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Lamb Shawarma with fresh vegetables and yogurt

Lamb Shawarma

Shawarma is one of the most well-known dishes of Middle Eastern cuisine, originally made with lamb cooked slowly over an open flame. This recipe presents a modern version that is easy to prepare at home. The rich seasoning of the lamb and the combination of fresh vegetables make Shawarma so popular. This dish is an excellent choice for quick weeknight dinners, or when you crave a tasty and satisfying Middle Eastern meal.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 10 min
Total 30 min
450 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 500 g Lamb (thinly sliced)
⭕ 3 cloves Garlic (crushed)
⭕ 1 tsp Curry powder
⭕ 1 tsp Ground coriander
⭕ 1 tsp Ground cumin
⭕ 1 tsp Hungarian Sweet Paprika
⭕ 2 tbsp Lemon juice
⭕ 2 tbsp Olive oil
⭕ 1 tsp Salt
⭕ 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
⭕ 4 Pita bread
⭕ 100 g Fresh lettuce leaves
⭕ 2 Tomatoes (sliced)
⭕ 200 g Yogurt (for serving)

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    In a large bowl, combine the garlic, curry powder, coriander, cumin, paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the lamb strips to this marinade and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

    2

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated lamb until golden brown and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).

    3

    Meanwhile, warm the pita bread in a grill pan or oven until lightly toasted and pliable.

    4

    To serve: Place lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, and the cooked lamb into the pita bread. Serve with yogurt and sauces of your choice, such as tahini or chili sauce.