Jun 08 2026
RestaurantsIstanbul Grill House Turkish RestaurantShawarma Sandwich (yaprak Doner) Recipe

Shawarma Sandwich (yaprak Doner) Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

Thinly sliced lamb or beef, served in a warm pita bread.

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Ingredients

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Shawarma Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the Meat

    In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground turmeric, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Add the thinly sliced lamb or beef and mix until well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.

  2. 2

    Cook the Meat

    Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Add the marinated meat and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Pita

    Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Shawarma Sandwich

    Spread 1 tablespoon of hummus on each pita. Add a portion of the cooked meat, followed by slices of tomato, cucumber, and red onion. Top with chopped parsley.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Wrap the pita around the filling and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Shawarma Sandwich!

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