Middle Eastern Lamb Shawarma
A classic street food from the Middle East, this lamb shawarma recipe is a flavorful and aromatic sandwich. Marinated lamb is grilled to perfection and served in a warm pita with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Lamb ShoulderCut into thin strips
- ●2 tablespoons Middle Eastern Shawarma Spice Blend
- ●1/2 cup Yogurt
- ●2 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●1/4 cup Fresh CilantroChopped
- ●4 Pita Bread
- ●1 TomatoSliced
- ●1 Red OnionSliced
- ●1 cup Tzatziki Sauce
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together shawarma spice blend, yogurt, garlic, and cilantro.
- 2
Add the lamb strips to the marinade and mix until coated.
- 3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 4
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- 5
Remove the lamb from the marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- 6
Warm the pita bread by wrapping it in foil and heating it in the oven for 5 minutes.
- 7
Assemble the shawarma by slicing the cooked lamb and serving it in the pita with tomato, onion, and tzatziki sauce.
- 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!