Lamb Shawarma with Pickled Onions

Lamb shawarma is a popular Middle Eastern street food that is typically made with thinly sliced lamb cooked on a vertical rotisserie. This recipe for lamb shawarma is made with ground lamb, which is easier to cook and just as flavorful. The lamb is seasoned with a blend of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and salt, then grilled until cooked through. The pickled onions add a bit of acidity and crunch to the shawarma. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Shawarma is a popular Middle Eastern street food that is typically made with thinly sliced lamb cooked on a vertical rotisserie. The meat is shaved off the rotisserie and served in a pita with various toppings, such as hummus, tahini, and pickled vegetables. Shawarma is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground lamb
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the lamb, onion, garlic, olive oil, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Mix well and form into small patties.
3. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
4. Grill the patties for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
5. While the patties are grilling, make the pickled onions: thinly slice 1/2 red onion and toss with 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon sugar, and a pinch of salt.
6. Serve the lamb shawarma with the pickled onions on top.

Why It Works

• Using ground lamb makes this recipe easier to cook than traditional shawarma, which is made with thinly sliced lamb.
• The blend of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and salt gives the lamb a flavorful crust.
• Grilling the lamb until cooked through ensures that it is tender and juicy.
• The pickled onions add a bit of acidity and crunch to the shawarma.