Here’s how the popular shawarma is prepared in Abu Dhabi!

The traditional Arabic shawarma near you in Abu Dhabi, due to how popular the dish has become in Abu Dhabi. Its origins can be traced back to the Ottoman Empire during the 18th century, in what is now known as Turkey.

The secret behind the classic shawarma’s renowned taste lies in the spinning grill used to cook the meat. It all begins with the meat; which could be anything from chicken, lamb, beef, or even a mix of those. The meat needs to be marinated for at least 24 hours.

Thin strips of meat and fat are then cut and stacked on top of each other on the spinning grill and left to cook for a few hours; probably all day. Once cooked, thin, wide slices of meat are carved off from the sides with a long thin knife, which is then ready to be stuffed into the pita or flatbread.

There are different ways of serving shawarma. The best part is that you can use any vegetables you like, whether fresh or grilled, along with any sauces and dips as you prefer. A traditional shawarma would have a classic garlic sauce, and in some cases, you may also find tahini and hummus being used as well.

You can even combine chicken and lamb into a single shawarma if you prefer to make things a bit more interesting.

You can also switch things around and have the sliced meat served on a plate with some salads, sauces, and fries with some cooked vegetables to top it off. This is a popular way to enjoy the dish as a quick breakfast snack and usually goes well with pita or other flatbreads.

Restaurants like Shawarma Station have started to take inspiration from other cuisines and integrate them into the classic recipe; creating a unique shawarma experience that is distinct yet gives a very familiar taste that food lovers have grown to love.

With most restaurants now offering deliveries straight to your doorstep, your favorite shawarma is always near you!

Shawarma in Abu Dhabi is so popular, you can even consider it to be a staple food at most restaurants here, and all over UAE. However, this widespread popularity might also mean the experience can become quite dull especially if you’re a big fan of shawarmas. This led restaurants to try and innovate the dining experience for customers to continue enjoying this beloved dish.