Shawarma Recipe
Marinated beef or chicken wrapped in pita with garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Garlic Sauce
Wrap
Method
Marinade Preparation
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine minced garlic cloves, ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Marinate the Meat
Add the beef or chicken to the marinade, ensuring the meat is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for best flavor.
Garlic Sauce Preparation
Make the Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, combine minced garlic cloves, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Cooking and Assembly
Cook the Meat
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the marinated meat from the refrigerator and cook until fully cooked through (about 6-8 minutes per side for chicken, 10-12 minutes for beef). Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Prepare the Wrap
Warm the pita bread briefly on the grill or in a skillet. Slice the cooked meat into thin strips.
Assemble the Shawarma
On each pita, layer sliced meat, fresh vegetables, and drizzle with garlic sauce. Wrap the pita around the fillings and serve immediately.