Beef Shawarma

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of homemade Beef Shawarma, a Middle Eastern classic that's bursting with fragrant spices and tender, juicy beef. This recipe features perfectly marinated beef sirloin, infused with a medley of cumin, coriander, paprika, and allspice, then roasted to perfection for a slightly crispy edge. Wrapped in warm, pillowy pita bread and loaded with fresh toppings like tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley, each bite is elevated with a drizzle of creamy tahini sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the option to marinate overnight for deeper flavor, this dish is ideal for an unforgettable weeknight dinner or a show-stopping party spread. Serve it warm and pair it with extra tahini for dipping to bring the authentic shawarma experience right to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Beef sirloin
• 60 ml Olive oil
• 60 ml Lemon juice
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 120 ml Plain yogurt
• 4 pieces Pita bread
• 2 Tomato
• 1 Cucumber
• 1 Red onion
• 15 grams Fresh parsley
• 120 ml Tahini sauce

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the marinade: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, allspice, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Slice the beef sirloin into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick. Add to the marinade bowl and coat the meat evenly.

Step 3

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for the best flavor.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

Step 5

Lay the marinated beef strips in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil. Roast for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until fully cooked and slightly crispy at the edges.

Step 6

While the beef is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice tomatoes, slice cucumber into thin ribbons, slice red onion thinly, and chop fresh parsley.

Step 7

Warm the pita bread in a dry pan or wrapped in foil in the oven for a few minutes.

Step 8

Once beef is cooked, assemble the shawarma: spread a layer of tahini sauce over the warm pita, add a generous portion of beef, top with the chopped vegetables and parsley.

Step 9

Roll up the pita and serve warm. Optionally, serve with additional tahini sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1695.5 grams (1695.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3036

Total Fat 173.30g	222%
Saturated Fat 45.40g	227%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.10g
Cholesterol 455mg	152%
Sodium 6167mg	268%
Total Carbohydrate 209.50g	76%
Dietary Fiber 30.40g	109%
Total Sugars 47.00g
Protein 181.60g	363%

Vitamin D 60IU	298%
Calcium 867mg	67%
Iron 35mg	193%
Potassium 4266mg	91%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.9%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 26.8%