How do I make shawarma at home?

Spice up your meals with our homemade Shawarma recipe! Learn how to create this flavorful spiced meat wrap that will transport you to the streets of the Middle East.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Shawarma at home. Items include: Olive oil Lemon juice Garlic powder Cumin Paprika Turmeric Cinnamon Salt Pepper Chicken, beef, or lamb slices Yogurt Tahini Garlic Pita bread Toppings (tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, pickles, etc.)

Olive oil 2 tablespoons
Lemon juice 2 tablespoons
Garlic powder 1 teaspoon
Cumin 1 teaspoon
Paprika 1 teaspoon
Turmeric 1/2 teaspoon
Cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Pepper 1/4 teaspoon
Chicken, beef, or lamb slices 1 pound
Yogurt 1/2 cup
Tahini 2 tablespoons
Garlic 2 cloves, minced
Pita bread 4 pieces
Toppings (tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, pickles, etc.) As desired

Take note
Warning: Once you taste this homemade Shawarma, you might never want to order takeout again!

1

Marinate the Meat

In a bowl, mix together some olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Add your choice of chicken, beef, or lamb slices and marinate for at least 2 hours (overnight is even better!).

2

Sear the Meat

Heat a skillet over high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the marinated meat slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3

Prep the Shawarma Sauce

In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. This tangy and creamy sauce will take your Shawarma to the next level of deliciousness!

4

Warm the Pita Bread

Place the pita bread on a grill or in a toaster oven for a minute or two until warm and pliable. This will ensure that your Shawarma is wrapped in a cozy and soft blanket of goodness.

5

Assemble and Wrap

Spread a generous amount of the Shawarma sauce on the warm pita bread. Top it with the seared meat slices, along with your favorite toppings like sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and pickles. Feel free to get creative and add some hot sauce or a drizzle of tahini for an extra flavor kick! Roll the pita tightly and secure with some foil or a toothpick.