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Craving the flavors of the Middle East? Try making your own Shawarma at home! Juicy, spiced meat wrapped in warm pita with fresh veggies and creamy saucesβwhatβs not to love?
π―β¨ Homemade Shawarma β¨π―
Course: Traditional Moroccan MealCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy1
servings15
minutes25
minutes550
kcalIngredients
- For the Shawarma Marinade:
1 lb chicken thighs or beef strips ππ₯©
3 tbsp olive oil π’οΈ
3 cloves garlic, minced π§
1 tbsp ground cumin πΏ
1 tbsp ground coriander πΏ
1 tbsp paprika πΆοΈ
1 tsp ground turmeric π
1 tsp ground cinnamon π°
1 tsp ground allspice π
1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat) πΆοΈ
Juice of 1 lemon π
Salt and pepper to taste π§
- For the Garlic Sauce:
1 cup mayonnaise π―
3 tbsp tahini π₯
2 cloves garlic, minced π§
Juice of 1 lemon π
Salt to taste π§
- For Assembly:
Warm pita or flatbreads π―
Sliced cucumbers π₯
Sliced tomatoes π
Shredded lettuce π₯¬
Pickles π₯
Directions
- Marinate the Meat:
- Mix olive oil, garlic, spices, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add chicken or beef, coat well, and marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight. π
- Cook the Meat:
- Grill or pan-fry the marinated meat over medium-high heat until cooked through and slightly charred. π₯©π₯
- Prepare the Garlic Sauce:
- Mix mayonnaise, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl until smooth. π―π
- Assemble the Shawarma:
- Warm the pita or flatbreads. π―
- Spread garlic sauce on the bread, add cooked meat, and top with cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce, and pickles. π₯π π₯¬
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Wrap it up and enjoy your homemade shawarma! ππ
Notes
- Serve immediately and enjoy! π₯
Perfect For: A special dinner, romantic night in, or impressing your guests! ππ΄