Spiced Lamb Shawarma Strips
Spiced Lamb Shawarma Strips feature tender lamb marinated in tangy yogurt with warm cumin, nutmeg, and clove, then cooked until richly seasoned and juicy. The balance of citrus and aromatic spices creates deep, layered flavor with a gentle heat from cayenne. Serve for a relaxed dinner with flatbreads, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables.
- Prep30 min
- Cook20 min
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Put the yogurt, water, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, onion, and garlic into a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Whisk in the salt, black pepper, cumin, nutmeg, clove, mace, and cayenne pepper until evenly combined.
- 3
Stir in the lamb strips to coat.
- 4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
- 5
Heat a large skillet over high heat.
- 6
Cook the lamb strips in a single layer in batches, turning occasionally, until the fat renders and the meat is browned and no longer pink inside, about 5 minutes.
- Calories 457.47 kcal High
- Protein 53.0 g Good Source
- Carbs 6.27 g Moderate
- Total Fat 24.61 g High
- Saturated Fat 8.2 g High
- Trans Fat 0.62 g High
- Cholesterol 185.19 mg High
- Sodium 344.55 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.59 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.9 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.3 g Low Source
- Calcium 75.48 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.58 mg Moderate
- Potassium 906.77 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 29.67 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.23 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
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