Jul 14 2026
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Beef Schawarma Recipe

Inspired by Aladdin's Restaurant
Time2h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Marinade

To Serve

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Beef

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Beef

    Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Take the marinated beef out of the refrigerator and shape it into thin patties or logs.

  2. 4

    Grill or Sauté

    Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely browned and cooked through. If using a skillet, you may need to add a bit more olive oil to prevent sticking.

Serving

  1. 5

    Assemble the Shawarma

    Warm the pita bread slightly. Spread a generous layer of hummus on each pita. Top with sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and chopped fresh parsley.

  2. 6

    Add the Beef

    Place the cooked beef on top of the vegetables and wrap the pita around the filling.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately while warm, with extra hummus on the side if desired.

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