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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.

Middle EasternSYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Chicken fillets 2
Yogurt 1/2 Cup
salt 1 tsp or to taste
red chilli powder 2 tsp
Onion powder 1 tsp
cumin powder 1 tsp
turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
black pepper powder 1 tsp
garlic powder 1 tsp
dry Coriander powder 1 tsp
cinnamon powder 1/2 tsp
red chilli flakes 1/2 tsp
lemon juice 1-2 tbsp
olive oil 1 tbsp
Sesame seeds (White til) 2 tbsp
garlic cloves 4-5
vinegar 1 tbsp
mayonnaise 1/2 Cup
black pepper powder 1/4 tsp
oregano 1/4 tsp
olive oil 1-2 tbsp
bell peppers 1 cup
onion Slices 1/2 Cup
lettuce/chinese Cabbage
pickled gherkins
tortilla 3
chill garlic sauce
butter as required

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.

1

Marinate chicken fillets with yogurt, salt, red chilli powder, onion powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, black pepper powder, garlic powder, dry coriander powder, cinnamon powder, red chilli flakes, lemon juice, and olive oil.

2

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

3

Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat.

4

Grill or roast the marinated chicken until fully cooked and slightly charred.

5

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.

6

Prepare shawarma sauce by mixing sesame seeds, garlic cloves, vinegar, lemon juice, mayonnaise, salt, black pepper powder, oregano, and olive oil.

7

Serve the sliced chicken in tortillas with salad ingredients like bell peppers, onion slices, lettuce, and pickled gherkins.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

ShawarmaShawerma

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