Homemade Shawarma – A Taste of the Middle East!
Nothing beats the aroma of spiced, juicy shawarma sizzling in the kitchen! This recipe brings restaurant-quality flavors right to your home. Who’s ready for a flavor-packed meal?
Ingredients:
2 lbs chicken thighs (or beef/lamb strips)
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp turmeric
½ tsp coriander
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp cayenne (optional for heat)
Pita bread, garlic sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers (for serving)
Directions:
1 Marinate the meat – Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices. Coat the meat and let it marinate for at least 2 hours (overnight for best results).
2 Cook it up – Grill, bake, or pan-fry until juicy and golden brown. Slice into thin strips.
3 Assemble the shawarma – Stuff warm pita with the meat, fresh veggies, and a drizzle of garlic or tahini sauce. Potsticker Soup with Mushrooms Bok Choy
4 Enjoy! – Wrap it up and take a bite of pure deliciousness!