Shawarma Spices

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Flavors of the Sun: The Sahadi’s Guide to Understanding, Buying, and Using Middle Eastern Ingredients
Flavors of the Sun

By Christine Sahadi Whelan

Published 2021

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If you’ve ever had a shawarma sandwich, thin slices of marinated beef or other meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie, then you know how much the seasoning contributes to the end product. Allspice is the dominant note, followed by cumin and coriander, making an intensely fragrant blend that fills your house with enticing aromas as it cooks.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR · We make two blends, one for chicken and another for meat. To make your own. Like all ground spice blends, shawarma spices should be stored away from heat and light to preserve their fresh flavors.