Shawarma
Discover the magic of shawarma with this easy and delicious recipe that you can prepare in the comfort of your kitchen. Shawarma is an iconic dish that combines intense flavors with the juiciness of the meat.
Ingredients:
- 500 g of lamb or chicken meat, cut into thin strips for authentic Arab shawarma food.
- 2 teaspoons cumin to bring out the traditional flavors of Arab shawarma food.
- 2 teaspoons of paprika to add that touch of spice to your Arab shawarma meal.
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander, accentuating the characteristic aromas of Arab shawarma food.
- Salt and pepper to taste, to enhance the flavors of Arab shawarma food.
- 4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped, for the wonderful seasoning of the Arabic shawarma food.
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt, for the perfect marinade for the Arab shawarma meal.
- Pita bread to serve the delicious Arab shawarma food.
- Tomato, onion and cucumber slices to accompany your Arab shawarma meal.
- 500 g of lamb or chicken meat, cut into thin strips for authentic Arab shawarma food.
Instructions:
In a bowl, mix cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, pepper, garlic and yogurt. This marinade will be the key to the authentic taste of Arabic shawarma food.
Add the meat strips to the bowl and make sure they are completely covered with the marinade. Let stand for at least 2 hours or, ideally, overnight for a more flavorful Arabic shawarma meal.
Preheat the oven to 200°C and place the meat strips on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
Warm the pita bread and serve the roasted meat strips with tomato, onion and cucumber slices. Enjoy your homemade Arab shawarma meal!
Ways to accompany shawarma
Tzatziki:
- A classic Greek side dish, tzatziki is a yogurt-based sauce with cucumber, garlic, dill and olive oil. Its freshness and flavor perfectly complement the intensity of the shawarma.
Hummus:
- Hummus, a paste of chickpeas, tahini, garlic and lemon, is an excellent choice. Its creamy texture and mild flavor balance well with shawarma.
Tabbouleh:
- This fresh and healthy salad made with bulgur, tomato, cucumber, parsley and mint is an excellent choice to accompany shawarma. It brings an explosion of flavors and textures.
Fattoush Salad:
- An Arabic salad that includes fresh greens, lettuce, cucumber, tomato, radish and crunchy pieces of pita bread. The lemon and olive oil dressing complements the shawarma well.
Baba Ganoush:
- A mixture of roasted eggplant, garlic, tahini and lemon. Its smoky flavor and creamy texture are ideal to accompany shawarma.
Rice Pilaf:
- A rice spiced with herbs, saffron or cinnamon can serve as an excellent base for shawarma.
Roasted Peppers:
- Roast red and yellow peppers to add color and sweet flavor to your shawarma dish.
Garlic Sauce:
- A creamy garlic sauce can be a simple but delicious accompaniment to shawarma.
Herbed Yogurt:
- Mix yogurt with fresh herbs like mint, parsley or cilantro for a refreshing sauce.
Warm Pita Bread:
- Serve shawarma with freshly baked pita bread for a more authentic experience.
