
Thinly sliced spiced beef with tahini drizzle
Prep Time
2 hr 10 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
2 hr 40 min
Servings
4
4 servings
Difficulty
Medium
Cost
Moderate
$$
Thinly sliced spiced beef with tahini drizzle
Richly spiced beef shawarma sliced thin and served with fluffy rice, creamy tahini, and crunchy pickles. Bold, savory, and deeply satisfying.
130m
Prep Time
30m
Cook Time
160m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
(Updated )
Beef shawarma uses a warmly spiced marinade to transform affordable cuts into tender, flavorful slices. Searing at high heat after slicing gives the signature crispy edges.
Toss sliced beef with shawarma spices, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Marinate 2 hours or overnight.
Spread beef and onion rings on a sheet pan. Roast at 425°F for 15-18 minutes until browned.
Transfer to a hot skillet and sear over high heat for 2-3 minutes to crisp the edges.
Pile onto plates with rice, tahini sauce, pickled turnips, and fresh vegetables.
Garnish with fresh parsley, a squeeze of lemon, and hot sauce if desired.
Serve with crusty artisan bread for dipping
Finish with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
Pair with a simple arugula salad dressed in lemon vinaigrette
More traditional Middle Eastern flavor
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Shop olive oil for this recipeFreeze the beef for 30 minutes to make slicing paper-thin much easier.
Crisp the edges in a very hot skillet for the best shawarma texture.
Refrigerate for up to 3 days in a sealed container.
Reheat in a hot skillet to re-crisp. Avoid microwaving.
Per serving (100mg) · 4 servings
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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