Lamb Shawarma

Lamb Shawarma is a popular Middle Eastern street food featuring marinated lamb that is slow-roasted on a vertical spit, then shaved off and served in warm pita bread or flatbread with fresh vegetables and sauces. The marinade typically includes a fragrant blend of spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon, along with garlic and lemon juice. It originated in the Levant region and is now enjoyed worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Lamb Shawarma is a protein-rich dish, providing a substantial amount of iron, zinc, and B vitamins from the lamb, though it can also be moderately high in fat depending on the cut and preparation. A typical serving, including bread and toppings, generally falls within the 500-800 calorie range.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	780 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Zinc	4.2 mg
Vitamin B12	2.8 µg
Niacin (B3)	7.5 mg
Selenium	22 µg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg

Per 1 wrap (approximately 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The vertical spit-roasting method, which allows the meat to self-baste in its own juices, is a unique cooking technique that originated in the Ottoman Empire and is the precursor to the modern doner kebab and gyro. Nutritionally, the spice blend used in the marinade, particularly turmeric and cinnamon, contains compounds with notable antioxidant properties.