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Tofu shawarma on a pita bread.
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Vegan Shawarma (With Shaved Tofu)

This crispy, spiced vegan shawarma recipe is a weeknight staple. Shaving the tofu allows it to soak up the spices and become flavorful!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time32 minutes
Course: Main Dishes, Sandwiches and Wraps
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Diabetic, Halal, Hindu, Kosher, Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: tofu gyros, tofu shawarma, vegan shawarma
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

For the Tofu Shawarma

  • 2 blocks extra-firm tofu
  • ½ cup olive oil 120 mL
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp each cumin, coriander, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and turmeric

For the Garlic Sauce

  • ½ cup unflavored vegan yogurt 120 g
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 15 mL
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice 15 mL
  • 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
  • Pinch of salt

To Serve

  • Pita bread or flat bread
  • Sliced tomatoes, pickled red onion, fresh mint or Italian parsley, feta cheese

Instructions

  • Prep: Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Pat dry the 2 blocks extra-firm tofu dry, then use a vegetable peeler to shave it into thin pieces. Arrange tofu in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet (you may need to use more than one sheet).
    A block of tofu and thinly sliced tofu pieces are on a wooden cutting board next to a black vegetable peeler, ready to be transformed into delicious vegan shawarma.
  • Flavor: Whisk together ½ cup olive oil, 2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp each cumin, coriander, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and turmeric. Brush half of it onto the tofu. Flip over each piece and brush with remaining seasoning.
    Brushing marinade onto shaved tofu.
  • Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until tofu is golden brown and crispy at the edges.
    Crispy shaved tofu with spices.
  • Sauce: While tofu bakes, stir together all of the Garlic Sauce ingredients.
  • Serve: Spread sauce onto pita or flatbread, topping with shawarma and your desired toppings (I love it with pickled red onions, tomatoes, and fresh mint). Roll or fold in half and serve!
    Tofu shawarma on a pita bread.

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Notes

Storing Tofu: Store leftover tofu shawarma in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer to crisp it back up.
Storing Garlic Sauce: Keeps for 3–4 days in the fridge. 
Assembled Wraps: They are best assembled fresh so the bread doesn’t get soggy. Store components separately for meal prep.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shawarma wrap | Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 27g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 330mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 740IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 320mg | Iron: 3.5mg
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