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
Build a full meal around Shawarma
Get a matched combo of sides and accents
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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500 grams | Chicken Thigh , boneless |
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3 tablespoons | Olive oil |
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1 tablespoon | Cumin , ground |
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1 tablespoon | Coriander , ground |
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1 teaspoon | Paprika , ground |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric , ground |
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1 teaspoon | Cinnamon , ground |
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1 teaspoon | Black Pepper , ground |
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1 teaspoon | Salt |
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4 cloves | Garlic , minced |
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1 cup | Yogurt , plain |
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2 tablespoons | Lemon juice |
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1 large | Onion , thinly sliced |
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4 | Pitum Bread |
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1 cup | Tahini sauce |
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1 cup | Lettuce , chopped |
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1 cup | Tomato , sliced |
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1 cup | Cucumber , sliced |
Instructions
- 1 In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, minced garlic, yogurt, and lemon juice.
- 2 Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- 3 Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 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 Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.
- 6 Warm the pita breads on the grill or in a skillet.
- 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 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.