Shawarma Spice Mix
This small-batch shawarma spice mix adds instant Middle Eastern flavors to a variety of meats including chicken, beef, and lamb.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 18kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients.1 tsp sweet paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp ground turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp salt
- Stir the spices until they are thoroughly mixed.
- Store the spice mix in an airtight container until you're ready to use it.
Notes
How to use it: This recipe makes about 1 1/2 tablespoons of shawarma seasoning and you can use it to season 1 lb of chicken, beef, or lamb meat. Use it as a dry rub or mix it with 1/4 olive oil and 2 tbsp of fresh lemon juice to make a quick marinade. It works well for roasted vegetables too.
Storage: You can store this homemade spice blend in an airtight container such as a mason jar in a dark and cool place for up to 6 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 1167mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 878IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
