Soy Curls Shawarma

Shawarma is a classic Mediterranean dish that is loaded with spices and kick. There is something about the flavor that creates the best comfort food. Shawarma spice mix can be purchased at any Mediterranean grocery store or online. The best way to serve shawarma is in a pita pocket with hummus and drizzled with tahini. You can also choose to add pickles and Israeli salad.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 tablespoons shawarma spice mix

1 package dried soy curls 8 oz / 227 g , soaked in lukewarm water for 10-15 minutes and drained

1 teaspoon pure maple syrup

*Salt

*Pepper

 Directions

In a nonstick pan on medium heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil, onion, salt and pepper. Sauté for few minutes until translucent. Add shawarma spice and sauté for another minute. Add soy curls and pure maple syrup. Keep mixing on low heat until all the flavors have incorporated evenly, about 15 minutes. Add another tablespoon of olive oil and serve warm. You can drizzle some tahini over it and serve in a pita pocket with hummus and Israeli salad.