Don’t be fooled by the name: our marinade isn’t limited to the sandwich served in pitta with dribbling tahini. Our Shawarma Marinade is a smokey blend of slow-cooked onions, sweet tomatoes, cloves and cumin. Add a spoonful wherever you need a warming spice. Ideal for meats, but also as a quick coating for roasted vegetables. Steer away from leafy greens; opt for robust choices like butternut squash or celeriac.

Take your home cooking to new levels with the Ottolenghi Shawarma Marinade—a smoky, spice-infused blend that transforms any dish with the rich, warming flavours of slow-cooked onions, sweet tomatoes, cloves, and cumin. This marinade is inspired by traditional Middle Eastern shawarma but is versatile enough to elevate much more than just grilled meats. Coat hearty vegetables like butternut squash, pumpkin, or sweet potatoes with this marinade before roasting, or use it as a flavourful base for stews, slow-cooked dishes, or even as a quick addition to pasta sauces.

With its deep, layered taste, the Shawarma Marinade brings a burst of warmth and spice to your cooking. Ideal for busy nights when you want maximum flavour with minimal effort, this marinade ensures that you can prepare meals that feel gourmet, without hours of prep time. Simply add a spoonful to meats, vegetables, or grains, and let the marinade work its magic.