Instant Pot Beef Shawarma Recipe

Name: Instant Pot Beef Shawarma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut in half; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 head garlic, cut in half; 10 pieces pita bread; 3 plum tomatoes, sliced; 1 small red onion, sliced; 1 small cucumber, sliced; 1/2 bunch flat leaf parsley, chopped; 1 cup store bought hummus; 1/4 cup tahini

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut in half
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 head garlic, cut in half
10 pieces pita bread
3 plum tomatoes, sliced
1 small red onion, sliced
1 small cucumber, sliced
1/2 bunch flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 cup store bought hummus
1/4 cup tahini

1
In a large bowl combine all the spices with the olive oil and red wine vinegar. Add the chuck roast and garlic turning the beef multiple times to make sure it is fully coated. Cover and allow to marinate for at least 4 hours up to overnight.
2
Place the chuck roast into the slow cooker along with 1 cup of water. Seal the lid on top of the Instant Pot. Set the cook time on Manual for 90 minutes on High. Allow the pressure to release for 10 minutes once the beef has cooked.
3
Remove the beef to a rimmed baking sheet or bowl and shred with two forks. Add about 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking liquid to the shredded beef. Season the beef with salt and pepper to taste.
4
Build sandwiches by spreading hummus on the pita. Top with beef and add garnishes to your liking.

1060

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, cut in half, 2 tablespoons ground cumin, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, and more.

Yes, Instant Pot Beef Shawarma falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Instant Pot Beef Shawarma

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