Middle Eastern
Shawarma
Ottoman Empire (modern-day Turkey)
A dish in Middle Eastern cuisine consisting of meat cut into thin slices, stacked in a cone-like shape, and roasted on a slowly-turning vertical rotisserie or spit.
Cultural Significance
A globally popular street food, with many regional variations in marinades and sauces.
Key Ingredients
Lamb, chicken, or beefSpicesPita breadTahini saucePickles
Preparation Method
Marinating the meat, stacking it on a spit, roasting it for hours, and then shaving off thin slices to serve.