I Asked Mom How To Make Vegan Shawarma And Here's The Recipe She Shared

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– 2 tins young green jackfruit – Olive oil – Smoked paprika – Ground cumin – Garlic powder – Lemon juice – Tahini – Fresh lemon juice – Garlic cloves – Salt – Water – Cucumber – Tomatoes – Pickled red onions – Lettuce – Hummus – Large flatbreads or pita breads – Black pepper – Optional: Sumac – Optional: Dried oregano

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What You Need

Marinate sliced jackfruit in olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and lemon juice for deep flavour infusion.

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Step 1

Sauté marinated jackfruit until edges crisp and caramelise, mimicking traditional meat's texture and colour.

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Step 2

Prepare tahini sauce by blending tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and water until smooth and creamy.

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Step 3

Warm large flatbreads or pita, spreading a thin layer of hummus as initial moisture barrier.

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Step 4

Layer crispy jackfruit, fresh chopped cucumber, tomatoes, pickled onions, and shredded lettuce for varied textures.

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Step 5

Drizzle generously with prepared tahini sauce, ensuring every bite contains rich, tangy flavour profile.

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Step 6

Roll tightly, seal ends, and grill or toast briefly to create golden, crisp exterior and melded internal ingredients.

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Step 7

Will you be trying this recipe?

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