Shawarma

Shawarma

Shawarma

Spiced lamb, chicken, or beef stacked on a vertical spit and slow-roasted, shaved into a flatbread wrap with garlic sauce, pickles, and tomato.

Cuisines

Levantine Gulf

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Total: 35 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

500 grams boneless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 large onion, thinly sliced
4 pita breads
1 cup tahini sauce
1 cup chopped lettuce
1 cup sliced tomatoes
1 cup sliced cucumbers

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, minced garlic, yogurt, and lemon juice.
  2. 2 Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  3. 3 Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. 4 Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill or cook in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
  5. 5 Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.
  6. 6 Warm the pita breads on the grill or in a skillet.
  7. 7 To assemble, spread a layer of tahini sauce on the pita bread, add slices of chicken, and top with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions.
  8. 8 Roll the pita tightly around the filling and serve immediately.

Tips

For a more authentic flavor, marinate the chicken overnight and grill it over charcoal.