How to Make Chicken Shawarma (Nigerian style)
Recipe Information
Chicken Shawarma
Cultural Context
Shawarma is a popular street food in the Middle East, particularly in Syria, where it has been enjoyed for generations. The dish consists of marinated meat that is cooked on a vertical rotisserie, traditionally served in pita bread with various toppings. Shawarma has gained international popularity and is often customized with different sauces and vegetables, reflecting local tastes.
Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.
chicken
🥗Healthier: turkey
💰Cheaper: chicken thighs
Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.
yogurt
🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt
💰Cheaper: sour cream
Greek yogurt is higher in protein, while sour cream is often cheaper.
Start by using boneless chicken breast, but chicken thighs can also be used.
Split the chicken in two to cook faster and more evenly.
Transfer the chicken to a bowl and drizzle with oil.
Add salt, chicken seasoning cubes, onion powder, and red pepper to the chicken.
Add minced garlic and lemon juice to tenderize the chicken.
Mix everything to coat the chicken well.
If time allows, let the chicken marinate for a couple of minutes while preparing other ingredients.
Heat a pan and add a drizzle of oil.
Add the chicken to the pan in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding to prevent steaming.
Fry the chicken on high heat for about 4 minutes on each side to get a good sear.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes to retain juiciness.
Prepare hot dogs by rolling them in the hot pan for about 2 to 3 minutes until browned, or microwave for about 1 minute.
Cover or wrap the hot dogs in foil to keep warm.
After resting, cut the chicken into smaller pieces.
Prepare the vegetables: thinly slice cabbage and carrots, optionally adding purple cabbage for color.
Peel the carrots and grate them for the filling.
Make the shawarma sauce by mixing sweet chili sauce, red pepper, lemon juice, ketchup, and mayonnaise.
For a healthier option, use light mayo or Greek yogurt instead of regular mayonnaise.
If sweet chili sauce is unavailable, substitute with sugar or honey.
Mix the sauce well until combined.
Combine the chicken, cabbage, carrots, and shawarma sauce in a bowl and mix thoroughly to control the sauciness.
Get fresh shawarma bread or wraps, optionally splitting them for easier wrapping.
Add a generous amount of filling to the wrap, topping with hot dog if desired.
Wrap the shawarma by folding the ends in and rolling tightly; if the wrap is old and tears easily, just roll without folding.
This recipe yields three medium shawarmas or four small ones.
Heat a large pan or skillet and place the wrapped shawarmas seam side down to seal and warm the filling.
Cook on low heat for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side to toast the wraps.
If not eating immediately, wrap the shawarma in paper to keep warm, using regular printing paper or parchment paper.
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