
Aromatic spiced lamb slices with garlic yogurt
Prep Time
2 hr 10 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
2 hr 40 min
Servings
4
4 servings
Difficulty
Medium
Cost
Premium
$$$
Aromatic spiced lamb slices with garlic yogurt
Richly spiced lamb shawarma roasted until tender and crisped at the edges, served with garlic yogurt and fresh herbs. The most flavorful of all shawarma meats.
130m
Prep Time
30m
Cook Time
160m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Premium $$$
Cost
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Lamb shawarma is the king of shawarma—its natural richness pairs perfectly with warm spices like cinnamon, allspice, and cardamom. The fat renders during roasting, basting the meat in flavor.
Combine spices, olive oil, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Coat lamb slices and marinate 2-4 hours.
Spread lamb on a sheet pan in a single layer. Roast at 425°F for 15-18 minutes until browned and sizzling.
Crisp in batches in a smoking-hot skillet for 1-2 minutes for charred edges.
Slice any thick pieces thinner. Pile onto flatbread or plates.
Serve with garlic yogurt, pickles, sliced tomato, and a drizzle of tahini.
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
Less rich but still excellent with shawarma spices
Dairy-free option for tenderizing
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Shop olive oil for this recipeAsk your butcher to slice the lamb leg thin, or freeze and slice at home.
Don't crowd the sheet pan—the lamb should sear, not steam.
Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Best re-crisped in a hot skillet or on a grill.
Per serving (120mg) · 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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