Turkey Shawarma
A flavorful Middle Eastern-inspired dish featuring thinly sliced turkey marinated in aromatic spices and roasted to perfection.

Total
45 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Turkey breast or thigh meat, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Ground turmeric
- 0.25 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 4 pieces Pita bread for serving(optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and all the dry spices until well combined.
- 2
Add the thinly sliced turkey to the marinade, tossing thoroughly to ensure every piece is coated.
- 3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, though 4 hours is preferred for deeper flavor penetration.
- 4
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 5
Spread the turkey slices in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they aren't too crowded to allow for browning.
- 6
Roast for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the edges are crispy and the turkey is cooked through.
- 7
For extra crispiness, turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving in warm pitas with tahini or garlic sauce.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
385
19% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbohydrate | 12 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 740 mg |
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