23 Quick and Creative Ways to Use Shawarma Spice Blend for Delicious Meals

Are you ready to transform your kitchen with the warm, aromatic flavors of shawarma? Our Shawarma Spice Blend & Marinade does more than spice up a classic chicken shawarma wrap—it transforms every dish from breakfast to dinner.

Here are 23 exciting ways to use this versatile seasoning for meals that are quick, flavourful, and anything but boring.

Breakfast

1. Shawarma-Spiced Scrambled Eggs
   Spice up your breakfast. Add a pinch of shawarma spice to your scrambled eggs for a quick and easy, savory start to your day. 
2. Shawarma-Spiced Avocado Toast
   Sprinkle Shawarma Spice on mashed avocado on toast for a funky, quick and trendy breakfast. 
3. Breakfast Sandwich Flavour Bump
   Mix up a batch of our  Shawarma Market Sample dip  or Shawarma BBQ Sauce (see below) and use it as a spread or drizzle on your next breakfast sandwich. That will kick morning off right!  

Mains

1. Marinated Tofu
   Mix Shawarma Spice with olive oil and lemon juice, marinate tofu for 30 minutes, then grill or bake for a mouthwatering vegan-friendly dish.
2. Shawarma Chicken Wings
   Toss chicken wings in Shawarma Spice or Shawarma BBQ Sauce before baking or air frying. On the side, try a yogurt dip or our Shawarma BBQ as a dipping sauce. It’s a win-win type of situation. Game day snacks just got an upgrade.
3. Shawarma-Spiced Burgers
   Mix Shawarma Spice into ground beef, lamb, or turkey for juicy, flavorful shawarma burgers. Grill or pan-fry for a flavourful patty that’s a game-changer for burger night.
4. Shawarma BBQ Salmon
   Brush your salmon fillets with Shawarma BBQ Sauce, then grill or bake for a flavourful and tender fish dish. This works great as a main or in a grain bowl.
5. Shawarma Kofta
   Mix Shawarma Spice into ground chicken or lamb to create flavorful kofta skewers. Grill and serve with a yogurt sauce or in pita for a Middle Eastern-inspired meal.
6. Stew, Curries & Casseroles
   The warm notes in our Shawarma Spice Blend beautifully complement hearty and cozy slow-simmered dishes of chickpeas, lamb or chicken.
7. Shawarma Fried Chicken Sammies
   Marinade your chicken in yogurt, lemon juice & Shawarma Spice for 20 minutes (or longer deeper flavour).Coat in panko, then fry in oil or cook in your air fryer. Slam between buns, drizzle with our Shawarma BBQ Sauce (see below), and enjoy the flavor explosion!  

Sides

1. Shawarma-Spiced Roasted Potatoes
   Roasted potatoes are a classic, but add some shawarma spice, and they become extraordinary. Toss potato wedges with olive oil and shawarma spice, then roast until crispy. Yum!
2. Roasted Vegetables
   Toss winter vegetables like sweet potatoes, turnips, and butternut squash with olive oil and our Shawarma Spice Blend. Roast until crisp for a side dish with warm, spiced flavor.
3. Spiced Rice Pilaf
   Add a spoonful of shawarma spice to your rice as it cooks. This easy addition infuses your grains with a depth of flavor that complements chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables.
4. Shawarma-Spiced Roasted Carrots
   Toss carrots in Shawarma Spice then roast until tender. The sweetness of the carrots complements the smoky, warm-spiced flavors of the sauce perfectly.
5. Shawarma-Spiced Pasta
   Toss cooked pasta with a bit of olive oil and shawarma spice. Add roasted veggies or grilled chicken for a complete meal that’s easy and oh-so-tasty.
6. Roasted Cauliflower
   Coat a whole head of cauliflower or florets in a shawarma spice-oil mixture and roast until golden-brown. This vegan dish is perfect stuffed in pita or used as a flavourful side.

Snacks

1. Shawarma-Spiced Nuts
   Toss almonds or cashews with Shawarma Spice and roast until crunchy for a snack that’s perfect for parties or healthy munching on the go.
2. Spiced Yogurt Dip
   Blend Shawarma Spice into plain yogurt for a quick and easy dip that is great as a drizzle for a grain bowl or grilled meats and veggies. It's great as a spread to add an extra pop of flavour on sandwiches or wraps too. 
3.  Shawarma-Spiced Popcorn
   Sprinkle Shawarma Spice on your popcorn for a movie night snack with a savory kick that will leave regular buttered popcorn in the dust.
4. Shawarma Fries
   Transform your fries by sprinkling them with Shawarma Spice before baking or frying. Pair them with a side of Shawarma BBQ Sauce for dipping, and you’ve got yourself a show-stopping snack.
5. Shawarma Chickpeas
   Roast shawarma-spiced chickpeas for 20 minutes—they're a crunchy topping for salads, grain bowls, or a delicious snack on their own. 

Soup & Salad & Sauce

1. Shawarma-Spiced Salad Dressing
   Shake up your salads. Mix shawarma spice with olive oil, lemon juice, and a bit of honey to create a zesty salad dressing. Drizzle over your favorite greens and veggies.
2. Spicy Lentil Soup
   Give your lentil soup a Middle-Eastern twist by adding Shawarma Spice to the broth. The warm spices take this comforting dish to the next level.
3. Shawarma BBQ Sauce
   Mix 1/2c ketchup with 2T of From Lex's Pantry Shawarma Spice Blend, 1T Worcestershire sauce, and1.5T of brown sugar. Stir together for a quick, flavorful Shawarma BBQ Sauce perfect for grilling or dipping!.

Whether you're whipping up a quick weeknight dinner or experimenting with bold new flavors, From Lex's Pantry Shawarma Spice Blend & Marinade brings versatile, unforgettable taste to any dish. Ready to bring these ideas to life? Grab your Shawarma Spice Blend today and transform your meals with ease!