Syrian Shawarma

Syria · Middle East and North Africa

Short description: This shawarma style is usually wrapped tightly, pressed or griddled, then cut into compact pieces with sauce and pickles.
Ingredients: Thin flatbread filled with shaved shawarma meat, garlic sauce, pickles, fries, vinegar marinade, and warm spices.
Cultural note: The format emphasizes portability: thin bread, strongly seasoned shaved meat, sharp pickles, garlic sauce, and a crisped exterior.
Common misconception: It is not always served as a loose pita sandwich; many shops press and slice the wrap into smaller pieces.

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