Soy-Free Beef Shawarma
Indulge in the bold and aromatic flavors of this Soy-Free Beef Shawarma, a Middle Eastern favorite tailored to fit special dietary needs. Tender beef sirloin is marinated in a rich blend of warm spices—cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and paprika—mixed with tangy lemon juice and creamy yogurt (dairy or coconut for a soy-free option). After soaking up flavor, the beef is pan-seared to perfection alongside caramelized onions for added sweetness. Served on warm pita or flatbread and layered with fresh veggies like tomatoes and cucumber, this shawarma is finished with a drizzle of nutty tahini sauce and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Ready in less than an hour, this recipe makes a mouthwatering, wholesome meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or even entertaining guests. Enjoy the irresistible mix of spices and textures while retaining a soy-free guarantee!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Beef sirloin
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 200 grams Yogurt (dairy or coconut for soy-free)
- 1 piece Large onion
- 2 pieces Tomatoes, sliced
- 1 piece Cucumber, sliced
- 4 pieces Pita bread or flatbreads
- 100 grams Tahini sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Thinly slice the beef sirloin against the grain into strips about 0.5 cm thick.
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, allspice, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt.
Add the yogurt to the spice mixture and stir until well combined.
Place the sliced beef into the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Slice the large onion thinly and set aside.
Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef strips in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until browned on each side and cooked through.
Once all the meat is cooked, use the same pan to sauté the sliced onion until translucent and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
Warm the pita or flatbreads in another pan or an oven.
To assemble the shawarma: place a portion of beef onto a warm flatbread, layer with sautéed onions, sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top, wrap it up, and serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.4 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.4 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 460 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 4151 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.6 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 180.0 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 842 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 33.6 mg | 187% | |
| Potassium | 4364 mg | 93% | |
*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.
