
Beef Shawarma Recipe – Juicy Homemade Middle Eastern Shawarma
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this homemade beef shawarma, marinated to perfection and grilled to juicy tenderness. Perfectly spiced and served in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce, this dish brings the taste of the Middle East right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef flank steak, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup tahini sauce
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, yogurt, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- 2
Add the sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 3
Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4
Cook the marinated beef slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and nicely browned.
- 5
Remove the beef from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into smaller pieces.
- 6
Warm the pita bread on the grill for a minute until soft.
- 7
Assemble the shawarma by placing the sliced beef on the pita, topping it with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and drizzling with tahini sauce.
- 8
Roll up the pita and serve immediately.
Quick Info
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Nutrition Facts
Per serving



