Classic Lamb Shawarma
Tender strips of lamb marinated in warm Middle Eastern spices and roasted to perfection.

Total
1h 5m
Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Lamb shoulder, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Ground cumin
- 1 tbsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Ground turmeric
- 0.25 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Tahini sauce for serving(optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and all the dry spices.
- 2
Add the thinly sliced lamb to the marinade and toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is coated.
- 3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, though overnight is preferred for maximum flavor.
- 4
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 5
Spread the lamb slices in a single layer on the baking sheet to ensure even browning.
- 6
Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the edges are crispy and charred.
- 7
Remove from the oven and let the meat rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices.
- 8
Serve hot inside warm pita bread with tahini, sliced onions, and fresh parsley.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
480
24% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbohydrate | 4 g |
| Fat | 34 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
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