Homemade Beef Shawarma
Introduction:
A tasty and fragrant dish that transports the flavor of the Middle East into your kitchen is homemade beef shawarma. Tender and juicy marinated beef strips are roasted in stacks and served with a choice of toppings and sauces over warm pita bread. The strips are then thinly sliced.
This recipe is sure to wow, whether you are in the mood for a quick and filling dinner or are organizing a Middle Eastern feast for your loved ones. Come along as we take you through the process of making your very own flavorful homemade beef shawarma.
Ingredients:
- Beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced: 1 pound (450g)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic, minced: 4 cloves
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Ground coriander: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Ground turmeric: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Juice of lemon1
- Warm pita bread, for serving
- Toppings: cucumbers, onions, sliced tomatoes, lettuce, tahini sauce, hot sauce , yogurt sauce, etc.
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, paprika, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Well combine to make a marinade.
- Toss to coat the thinly sliced beef after adding it to the marinade. For optimal effects, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour, preferably overnight.
- Set the oven temperature to 400°F, or 200°C. Thread the marinated beef onto skewers and place them on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast the beef skewers in a preheated oven for fifteen to twenty minutes, or until the beef is cooked through and has a hint of sear around the edges.
- After taking the beef skewers out of the oven, give them some time to rest. Next, using a sharp knife, finely slice the beef.
- Serve the sliced meat shawarma on warm pita bread, along with your preferred toppings and sauces.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, homemade beef shawarma is a flavorful and filling dish that perfectly embodies Middle Eastern cooking. This recipe will take your taste buds to the streets of the Middle East with its tasty and tender meat, a variety of toppings, and sauces.
Whether enjoyed as a quick and casual meal or as part of a larger feast, beef shawarma is a versatile and delicious dish that is sure to please. Prepare to savor the unique aromas of homemade beef shawarma in the comfort of your own home as you gather your ingredients.
