Shawarma

Meat being cooked on a spit to make Shawarma

Lamb Shawarma, foul (fava beans) and pickles at a Cairo fast food chain

Chicken Shawarma made at home using a store bought seasoning packet, tomatoes, and onions.

Chicken Shawarma on pita bread with cucumbers and tahina

Shawarma is a popular street food in Cairo. It is made by stacking marinated meat on a vertical spit. It is then shaved off and sauteed on a flat grill with tomatoes.  You can serve it on long rolls, round rolls, or any type of pita or flat bread. Top it with Tahina or hummus and some pickles if you like and you've got a great sandwich.