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Juicy Homemade Shawarma Recipe with 5 Bold Spices

Shawarma Recipe
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A simple and delicious shawarma recipe you can make at home with tender, spiced meat and fresh toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 500g boneless chicken thighs or beef, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 pita breads or flatbreads
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 sliced tomato
  • 1 sliced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup tahini sauce or garlic yogurt sauce

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt.
  2. Add the sliced meat to the marinade, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Heat a pan or grill over medium-high heat and cook the meat for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
  4. Warm the pita breads on the pan for 30 seconds per side.
  5. Assemble the shawarma by placing meat, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and sauce in the pita bread.
  6. Fold and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Marinate the meat longer for deeper flavor.
  • Use lamb or turkey as alternatives.
  • Add pickles or hot sauce for extra tang or spice.

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