Classic Beef Shawarma Plate

Name: Classic Beef Shawarma Plate
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, thinly sliced (halal); 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp ground cardamom; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp allspice; 4 pita breads; 1/2 cup tahini; 1/4 cup water; 2 tbsp lemon juice

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Bring the authentic taste of the street food staple home with this Classic Beef Shawarma Plate. Thinly sliced beef is marinated in a powerful blend of garlic, lemon, and warm Middle Eastern spices like cardamom, allspice, and paprika, then seared until caramelized and juicy. Served with soft, warm pita bread, a creamy and tangy toum (garlic sauce), and a crisp salad of tomatoes, onions, and parsley, this plate is a flavor explosion. It's perfect for family dinners, entertaining guests, or meal prep. The marinade does all the work, delivering incredibly tender and flavorful beef that rivals your favorite halal street cart.

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A plate with sliced beef shawarma, pita bread, garlic sauce, and chopped salad

Prep Time30 min

Cook Time15 min

Servings4 servings

Equipment

Large bowlGrill pan or skilletFood processor (for sauce)

Instructions

1
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, 2 tbsp lemon juice, cardamom, paprika, allspice, salt, and pepper. Add beef slices, coat thoroughly, and marinate for at least 1 hour.
2
For the tahini sauce: Whisk tahini, water, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
3
Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat. Cook marinated beef in batches until charred and cooked through.
4
Warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or oven.
5
Serve the hot beef shawarma with warm pita, tahini sauce, and a simple chopped tomato and onion salad.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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