Vegan Tofu Shawarma (Easy Recipe)
Yield: 4-6 Servings
Recipe and Photos by EatLiveLearn
Tofu Shawarma Wraps are a high-protein, plant-based version of the traditional Middle Eastern street food, made with thinly sliced tofu seasoned with warm spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric. This recipe uses Hodo Organic Extra Firm Tofu to recreate the savory, satisfying texture of traditional shawarma.
Because our tofu is dense and pre-pressed, it can be sliced into thin, delicate ribbons without crumbling. Simply brush the tofu with oil and spices, then bake or sear until the edges are lightly crisp and the texture is firm and flavorful.
Warm, spiced, and crisp at the edges—in the best way.
Layer the tofu with a tangy garlic-dill yogurt sauce and fresh vegetables, then wrap it all in soft flatbread for a balanced, satisfying meal.
Ready in about 30 minutes, these tofu shawarma wraps are a convenient, nutrient-dense option for weeknight dinners. It’s a bold, flavorful way to enjoy the craft of tofu in a classic street-food format that is as hearty as it is crave-worthy.
Ingredients
Tofu Shawarma
2 blocks of (10-oz) Hodo Organic Extra Firm Tofu
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp each cumin, coriander, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, turmeric
Garlic Sauce
1/2 cup unflavored vegan yogurt
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prep: Preheat oven to 425F (218C). Pat dry the tofu, then use a vegetable peeler to shave it into thin pieces. Arrange tofu in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet (you may need to use more than one sheet).
Flavor: Whisk together oil and spices. Brush half of it onto the tofu. Flip over each piece and brush with remaining seasoning.
Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until tofu is golden brown and crispy at the edges.
Sauce: While tofu bakes, stir together all of the Garlic Sauce ingredients.
Serve: Spread sauce onto pita or flatbread, topping with shawarma and your desired toppings (I love it with pickled red onions, tomatoes, and fresh mint). Roll or fold in half and serve!
Tofu Shawarma
Crispy, spiced, and downright addictive—these Tofu Shawarma Wraps are a weeknight win. Thinly shaved Hodo tofu gets brushed with bold shawarma spices and baked ‘til golden and crisp. Add a tangy garlic-dill yogurt sauce and your favorite veggies, and wrap it all up for a high-protein meal that’s big on flavor, low on fuss, and ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 blocks of (10-oz) Hodo Organic Extra Firm Tofu
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp each cumin, coriander, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, turmeric
- 1/2 cup unflavored vegan yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 425F (218C). Pat dry the tofu, then use a vegetable peeler to shave it into thin pieces. Arrange tofu in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet (you may need to use more than one sheet).
- Flavor: Whisk together oil and spices. Brush half of it onto the tofu. Flip over each piece and brush with remaining seasoning.
- Bake: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until tofu is golden brown and crispy at the edges.
- Sauce: While tofu bakes, stir together all of the Garlic Sauce ingredients.
- Serve: Spread sauce onto pita or flatbread, topping with shawarma and your desired toppings (I love it with pickled red onions, tomatoes, and fresh mint). Roll or fold in half and serve!
