A delicious and flavorful shawarma recipe featuring marinated meat, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce, all wrapped in pita bread.

Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
50min
Shawarma recipe

Ingredients

3 Servings
(1 serving = 1 shawarma wrap)

Meat Marinade

  • 1tsp
    black pepper
  • 1tsp
    paprika
  • 2tbsp
    sweet chilli sauce
  • 1
    cube seasoning cube
  • 1tsp
    salt
  • 2tbsp
    dark soy sauce

Sauce

  • 3tbsp
    mayonnaise
  • 2tbsp
    ketchup
  • 2tbsp
    milk
  • 2tbsp
    sweet chilli sauce
  • 1tbsp
    lime

Wrap Ingredients

  • 1cup
    cabbage, shredded
  • 1cup
    carrot, grated
  • 4piece
    pita bread

How to make Shawarma

Prepare the Marinade

  1. In a bowl, combine black pepper, paprika, sweet chilli sauce, seasoning cube, salt, and dark soy sauce.

  2. Mix well to create a marinade.

Marinate the Meat

  1. Add your choice of meat to the marinade and ensure it is well coated.

  2. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare the Sauce

  1. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, milk, sweet chilli sauce, and lime until smooth.

Cook the Meat

  1. Cook the marinated meat in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.

  2. Once cooked, slice the meat into thin strips.

Assemble the Shawarma

  1. Take a piece of pita bread and layer it with cabbage, carrot, and sliced meat.

  2. Drizzle the prepared sauce over the top.

  3. Wrap the pita bread around the filling and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

190.0kcal (9.5%)

Protein

4.7g (9.34%)

Carbs

27.7g (10.06%)

Sugars

6.7g (13.34%)

Healthy Fat

5.0g

Unhealthy Fat

1.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, let the meat marinate overnight.

  2. You can add other vegetables like tomatoes or cucumbers for more crunch.

FAQS

  1. Can I use chicken instead of beef for shawarma?

    Yes, chicken is a popular choice for shawarma.

  2. How can I make this recipe vegan?

    You can replace the meat with grilled vegetables or tofu.

  3. What can I serve with shawarma?

    Shawarma is often served with fries, salad, or pickles.

  4. Can I prepare the sauce in advance?

    Yes, the sauce can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

  5. Is shawarma spicy?

    The spice level can be adjusted based on your preference by adding more or less paprika.

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