Shawarma

Shawarma is a Levantine street food made of thinly shaved meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie. The slow-turning spit allows the outer layers of the meat to crisp while keeping the inside juicy.

The dish has its origins in the Ottoman Empire's döner kebab tradition. It eventually adapted across the Levant and became ubiquitous throughout the Middle East and globally.

While it can be made with various meats, lamb, chicken, beef, and turkey are the most common choices. The meat is typically stacked high on the spit and heavily marinated for hours in Middle Eastern spices.

The shaved meat is traditionally served inside a warm pita bread or flatbread. It is frequently topped with tahini sauce, garlic sauce, pickles, and fresh vegetables.