Authentic Lebanese Shawarma Recipe | Eats With Gasia

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: beef

Turkey is leaner, while beef is often more affordable.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers more protein with fewer calories.

tahini sauce

🥗Healthier: hummus

💰Cheaper: yogurt sauce

Hummus is lower in calories and can be made with inexpensive ingredients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is heart-healthy.

Marinate chicken in yogurt, garlic, olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper for at least 1 hour.

Preheat grill or oven to high heat (around 400°F/200°C).

Skewer marinated chicken or arrange on a baking tray.

Grill or roast chicken for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through and slightly charred.

Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Warm pita bread on the grill or in a pan for 1-2 minutes.

Spread tahini sauce on the warm pita.

Layer sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and pickles on the pita.

Drizzle additional tahini sauce over the top.

Roll the pita tightly around the fillings to form a wrap.

Serve immediately with extra pickles and tahini sauce on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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