The Superhero Shawarma
A mediterranean meat wrap.
Servings Prep Time
1 60minutes
Cook Time
15minutes
Servings Prep Time
1 60minutes
Cook Time
15minutes
Instructions
For the Meat
  1. In a small bowl, mix together the spices until fully combined.
  2. Remove meat from bones.
  3. Use a meat tenderizer or heavy pestle to pound the meat to half its original thickness.
  4. In a shallow baking dish, toss meat with vegetable oil and 3 teaspoon of the spice mix until fully coated. Allow to marinate for 30-60 minutes.
  5. Brush a grill pan with cooking oil, then heat over medium-high heat.
  6. Grill strips of meat, about 3 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
Assembling the shawarma
  1. Mix the Greek yogurt, cucumber, dill, garlic and shawarma seasoning in a small bowl. Cover and place in the refrigerator until time to serve.
  2. Start with a warm pita and spread 2 tablespoons of the yogurt sauce and 2 tablespoons of hummus in the middle.
  3. Layer with lamb, then top with onion, tomato and lettuce, if you wish.
  4. Fold and serve.