Easy Meat Shwarma
Bring the irresistible flavors of the Middle East to your kitchen with this *Easy Meat Shawarma* recipe! Perfectly marinated beef or chicken slices are infused with a vibrant blend of spices like cumin, paprika, turmeric, and cinnamon, then seared to tender, smoky perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is quick, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve the juicy, spiced meat in warm pita bread alongside fresh toppings like tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions, and finish with a drizzle of tahini sauce for an authentic touch. Garnished with a sprinkle of sumac and fresh parsley, this homemade shawarma is bursting with flavor and ready to transport your taste buds straight to the streets of the Mediterranean!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Beef or chicken (boneless, thinly sliced)
- 120 grams Plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sumac (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Pita bread or flatbread
- Optional toppings: sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and tahini sauce
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
Add the thinly sliced beef or chicken to the marinade. Mix well, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and let it marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results) in the refrigerator.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated meat and cook in batches if necessary, stirring occasionally, until the meat is fully cooked and slightly charred around the edges (about 8–10 minutes).
Warm the pita bread or flatbread in a dry pan or in the oven for a few minutes.
To assemble, place a portion of the cooked meat onto the bread. Add your desired toppings such as sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and a drizzle of tahini sauce.
Garnish with a sprinkle of sumac and fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade shawarma!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.4 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.9 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 357 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 4119 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.7 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 130.6 g | 261% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 2359 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
