Easy Lamb Shawarma

 


Lamb marinated with yogurt, lemon juices, garlic and seasonings is cooked quickly in a skillet. These sandwiches are a delight for all the senses. The lamb can be served over rice instead of being made into sandwiches. This marinade also works well with beef.

Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Additional: 6 hrs
Total: 6 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 8
Yield: 8 sandwiches

Nutrition Facts
Per Serving:
665.4 calories; protein 35.9g 72% DV; carbohydrates 70.6g 23% DV; fat 25.7g 40% DV; cholesterol 80.1mg 27% DV; sodium 707.2mg 28% DV.

Ingredients
2 cups plain yogurt
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 eaches bay leaf
3 ½ pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of fat, and cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 (8 inch) pita bread rounds
2 medium whole (2-3/5" dia) (blank)s tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
½ bunch fresh mint leaves
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Directions

Step 1
Whisk together the yogurt, vinegar, 1/4 cup of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg, oregano, and bay leaf in a bowl, and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the thinly sliced lamb, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator 6 hours to overnight.

Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in the meat and marinade, and cook until the lamb is no longer pink, and is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir frequently as the meat cooks. Divide the cooked lamb meat among the warmed pita breads, and garnish with tomatoes, onion, and fresh mint leaves to serve.
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