Description
Homemade Beef Shawarma features tender, spiced beef marinated in bold Middle Eastern flavors and seared to perfection. It’s perfect for wraps, bowls, or paired with fresh sides and creamy sauces.
Ingredients
- For the Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs beef (flank, skirt, or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- For the Shawarma Sauce (optional):
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and all spices. Add sliced beef and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated beef in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Let rest, then slice if needed.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and salt. Add water gradually to reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Serve: Enjoy the beef in pita wraps, bowls with rice or quinoa, or alongside hummus and salad. Top with sauce and fresh garnishes as desired.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
- Swap beef for chicken, lamb, or tofu for variation.
- Use Greek yogurt or tzatziki as an alternative sauce.
- Roast beef in oven at 400°F for 15–20 minutes, broil to crisp.
- Grill over high heat for added smoky flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
