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Lamb shawarma

Lamb Shawarma

This delicious Lamb Shawarma features tender, marinated lamb served in warm pita with fresh vegetables and sauces.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Lamb shoulder, thinly sliced (450g)
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon Ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/4 cup Plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1 medium Onion, sliced
  • 4 Pita breads or flatbreads
  • Fresh vegetables for serving (such as lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion)
  • Tahini sauce or garlic sauce for serving

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the yogurt, olive oil, and lemon juice to the spice mixture and mix well to create a marinade.
  3. Add the sliced lamb to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  4. Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Once hot, add the marinated lamb slices in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the lamb is browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
  6. While the lamb is cooking, warm the pita or flatbreads on the grill or skillet for about 1 minute on each side until soft.
  7. Remove the lamb from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
  8. To assemble the shawarma, place a generous portion of the cooked lamb on each pita or flatbread. Top with sliced onions and fresh vegetables.
  9. Drizzle with tahini sauce or garlic sauce, then wrap the pita around the filling.
  10. Serve immediately, and enjoy your homemade lamb shawarma!

Notes

For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper. You can also substitute lamb with beef or chicken if preferred.