Tofu Shawarma Pita Wraps- lentil tofu strips are marinated in a shawarma spice blend then cooked to perfection. Served with hummus, pickles, tomatoes and cucumber then drizzled with a lemon tahini sauce. It is like an explosion of flavor wrapped in a warm pita! (vegan + gluten-free option)
Now that we know how to make brown lentil tofu, let’s talk about how to make it into shawarma-inspired pita wraps.
The tofu strips are marinated with shawarma spices then grilled (or baked). After that they’re served in a warm pita layered with hummus, pickles, tomatoes, cucumber and parsley, then drizzled with a lemon tahini sauce over top. Talk about an explosion of flavor!
Tofu Shawarma Pita Wrap Ingredients + Substitutions
- Tofu– whether you use lentil tofu or soy-based tofu is completely up to you. I like the lentil tofu because the brown color makes it feel more authentic but it really doesn’t matter either way.
- Cornstarch– Mixing cornstarch with the spices helps the tofu develop a crispy exterior when it’s cooked.
- Shawarma Spice Blend– If you have a well-stocked spice cabinet then you can easily make your own spice blend. I like to use a combo of cumin, smoked paprika, thyme, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, cardamom, salt & pepper. Alternatively, you can buy a shawarma spice blend.
- Oil Spray– Using olive oil spray allow you to lightly coat the tofu so that you’re not using too much oil. Just enough to prevent burning or sticking, depending on how you choose to cook it.
- Hummus- Choose whatever flavor hummus you think you’d like in the wraps. Original or garlic hummus are great options.
- Pickles- I’m obsessed with dill pickles and I think they are a must for these wraps. Extra points if you include pickled onions as well.
- Tomato, Cucumber & Parsley- Using more of that summer produce, dicing tomato and cucumber then combining it with a bit of parsley and lemon juice adds fresh flavor and texture.
- Lemon Tahini Sauce- For more flavor and creaminess, whisk together tahini with lemon juice, a bit of pure maple syrup and water. It’s perfection.
How to Make Tofu Shawarma Pita Wraps
- In a large bowl, lightly coat the tofu strips with oil then sprinkle with cornstarch and your spice blend. Allow to marinate while you prepare the other toppings.
- Grill or bake the marinated tofu for about 5-6 minutes on each side. *Baking does result in a crispier texture so keep that in mind if you prefer the tofu that way.
- Serve warm inside of pita layered with toppings and enjoy!
More Tofu Recipes to Try
Tofu Shawarma Pita Wraps
Servings: 6 wraps
For the Shawarma Tofu
- 1 block tofu, soy tofu or lentil tofu, sliced into ½” strips
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon coriander
- ¼ teaspoon cardamom
- pinch salt & pepper
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil spray
For the Pita Wraps
- 6 pitas, I like this brand
- 10 ounces hummus, whatever flavor you prefer
- ¼ cup lemon tahini sauce, see notes
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup diced cucumber
- juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
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Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Alternatively, you can preheat a stovetop griddle to grill the tofu. Just keep in mind the tofu does get crispier edges when baked.
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In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, cumin, smoked paprika, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, coriander, cardamom, salt & pepper.
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In a large shallow bowl, add the tofu and spray with oil. Sprinkle with seasonings. Toss until evenly combined.
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Arrange tofu strips on the baking sheet and cook for 6-7 minutes, on each side. If grilling, cook on the griddle for roughly the same amount of time on each side.
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Serve tofu strips warm with pita, hummus, lemon tahini sauce, tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and lemon juice. Enjoy!
To make the lemon tahini sauce: combine 1/4 cup tahini with juice of 1 lemon, pinch of salt and t teaspoon pure maple syrup. Whisk until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon of water, or more as needed, to thin.
Calories: 315kcal, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 21g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Sodium: 354mg, Potassium: 398mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 227IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 118mg, Iron: 4mg
