Savor the essence of Middle Eastern street food with Shawarma Sensation, a delightful wrap filled with succulent, seasoned roasted meat. This culinary creation is a symphony of flavors, featuring thinly sliced meat that's marinated in an aromatic blend of spices, then slow-roasted to perfection. Tucked inside a warm, soft flatbread and accompanied by fresh vegetables and tangy sauces, each Shawarma wrap is a bite of pure bliss.
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Preparation Time: 1 hour (for marinating)
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- Servings: 4 people
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fat: 20 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fiber: 3 g
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken or lamb, thinly sliced: 600 grams (21.2 ounces / 1.32 pounds)
- Yogurt: 100 ml (3.5 ounces / 0.22 pounds)
- Garlic cloves, minced: 15 grams (0.5 ounce / 0.033 pounds)
- Ground cumin: 5 grams (0.18 ounces / 0.01 pounds)
- Paprika: 5 grams (0.18 ounces / 0.01 pounds)
- Ground coriander: 5 grams (0.18 ounces / 0.01 pounds)
- Ground turmeric: 2 grams (0.07 ounces / 0.004 pounds)
- Lemon juice: 30 ml (1 ounce / 0.066 pounds)
- Salt: 5 grams (0.18 ounces / 0.01 pounds)
- Flatbreads: 4 pieces
- Fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, onions): as desired
- Tahini or garlic sauce: as desired
Detailed Method of Preparation
- Marinating the Meat: Combine yogurt, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, lemon juice, and salt. Add the meat and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Cooking the Meat: In a skillet, cook the marinated meat over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
- Assembling Shawarma: Warm the flatbreads. Place cooked meat and fresh vegetables on each flatbread. Drizzle with tahini or garlic sauce.
- Wrapping: Roll the flatbreads tightly to enclose the fillings.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Marinating the meat for an extended time enhances the flavors.
- Slice the meat thinly for quick and even cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use beef for Shawarma?
Yes, beef is a great alternative and is commonly used.
How can I make a vegetarian Shawarma?
Use grilled vegetables or tofu as a meat substitute.
Can Shawarma be grilled instead of pan-cooked?
Absolutely, grilling adds a smoky flavor that's delightful.