Description
Transform your meals with this Easy 5-Minute Shawarma Marinade that packs a punch of flavor without the hassle. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this marinade is versatile enough to enhance chicken, lamb, beef, turkey, or even vegetables. With a blend of aromatic spices including cumin, smoked paprika, and garlic, it adds depth to your dishes in just minutes. Prepare your protein or veggies ahead of time for a quick meal any night of the week. Whether you’re grilling, baking, or sautéing, this marinade will elevate your culinary creations and impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds meat (chicken, lamb, beef, or turkey) or veggies
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup/agave for vegan)
- Spices: ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, dried oregano, ground turmeric
- Optional: cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, smashed garlic, honey (or alternative), spices (cumin, paprika, cinnamon, ginger, oregano, turmeric), and optional cayenne pepper. Season with salt and pepper.
- Whisk together until well combined.
- Pour the marinade over your choice of meat or vegetables and ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or up to 2 days for maximum flavor.
- Cook as desired—grill, bake or sauté until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by cooking method
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup marinated meat/veggies (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: Varies by protein source; chicken may have approximately 60mg