beef shawarma fries

Savor the Flavor of Beef Shawarma Fries

This scrumptious beef shawarma recipe calls for 15 portions of flankensteak, spiced up with a mouth-watering blend of tahini, yogurt, and various seasonings. This dish is served with a tantalizing tahini-yogurt sauce, golden fries, and sumac-seasoned onions.

Ingredients:

• For the Shawarma:
• 1 pound (455g) flankensteak
• 1 tablespoon Tahini
• 1 tablespoon Yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons 7-spice blend
• 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon Sumac
• For the Tahini-Yogurt Sauce:
• 2 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup Water
• Lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste
• Additional Ingredients:
• Frozen french fries or 4 large russet potatoes, fried
• Sliced onions, seasoned with sumac
• Pickled radishes and fresh parsley for garnish

Nutritional Information:

The nutritional information for this recipe will vary depending on the specific ingredients used, but here is an approximate breakdown:

Beef Shawarma with Tahini Yogurt Sauce, Frozen Fries, and Sumac-Seasoned Onions (per serving): - Calories: 75 - Fat: 3g - Carbohydrates: 1g - Protein: 8g - Fiber: 0g - Sugar: 0g

Instructions:

1. Marinate the flankensteak: Cut the flankensteak into thin slices, and combine with tahini, yogurt, salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, 7-spice blend, cinnamon, and sumac. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the tahini-yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, mix tahini, Greek yogurt, water, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook the flankensteak: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons of oil, and cook the flankensteak for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through and slightly charred.
4. Cook the fries: Preparing frozen fries according to the package instructions or cut the russet potatoes into fry shapes, and fry until golden brown.
5. Assemble the dish: Start with a layer of fries, then top with the grilled flankensteak, onions seasoned with sumac, pickled radishes, and fresh parsley. Drizzle with the tahini-yogurt sauce.
6. Enjoy your delicious Beef Shawarma Fries!

Insights:

Exploring the origins of Beef Shawarma highlights its roots in Middle Eastern cuisine, with a distinguishing characteristic of the marinated, spiced meat. Our version of Beef Shawarma Fries combines tradition with the convenience of pre-frozen fries, providing a unique and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed at home.

Culinary Techniques:

Marinating the flankensteak allows the flavors to penetrate the meat, enhancing its taste when cooked. Cooking the flankensteak on a high heat creates a charred texture while ensuring the meat remains juicy and tender. The addition of onions seasoned with sumac adds an extra layer of flavor to the dish.