Chicken Shawarma (Middle Eastern)
Recipe video above. The smell when this is cooking is outrageous! The marinade is very quick to prepare and the chicken can be frozen in the marinade, then defrosted prior to cooking. Best cooked on the outdoor grill / BBQ, but I usually make it on the stove. Serve with Yogurt Sauce (provided) or the Tahini sauce in this recipe. Add a simple salad and flatbread laid out on a large platter, then let everyone make their own wraps!
Prep: 10min
Total: 20min
Yield: 4
Serving Size: 183 g
Nutrition Facts: servingSize 183 g, calories 275 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Protein 32.9 g, Fat 16.2 g, Saturated Fat 3.2 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Sodium 918 mg, unSaturated Fat 13 g
Ingredients:
- 1 kg / 2 lb chicken thigh fillets (, skinless and boneless (Note 3))
- 1 large garlic clove (, minced (or 2 small cloves))
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp ground cardamon
- 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper ((reduce to 1/2 tsp to make it not spicy))
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp salt
- Black pepper
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup Greek yoghurt
- 1 clove garlic (, crushed)
- 1 tsp cumin
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
- 4 – 5 flatbreads ((Lebanese or pita bread orhomemade soft flatbreads))
- Sliced lettuce ((cos or iceberg))
- Tomato slices
- Red onion (, finely sliced)
- Cheese (, shredded (optional))
- Hot sauce of choice ((optional))
Instruction:
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- {‘@type’: ‘HowToStep’, ‘text’: ‘Yogurt Sauce – Combine the Yogurt Sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix. Cover and put in the fridge until required (it will last for 3 days in the fridge).’, ‘name’: ‘Yogurt Sauce – Combine the Yogurt Sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix. Cover and put in the fridge until required (it will last for 3 days in the fridge).’, ‘url’: ‘https://www.recipetineats.com/chicken-sharwama-middle-eastern/#wprm-recipe-22007-step-0-1’}
- {‘@type’: ‘HowToStep’, ‘text’: ‘Preheat stove or BBQ – Heat a large non-stick skillet with 1 tablespoon over medium high heat, or lightly brush a BBQ hotplate/grills with oil and heat to medium high. (See notes for baking)’, ‘name’: ‘Preheat stove or BBQ – Heat a large non-stick skillet with 1 tablespoon over medium high heat, or lightly brush a BBQ hotplate/grills with oil and heat to medium high. (See notes for baking)’, ‘url’: ‘https://www.recipetineats.com/chicken-sharwama-middle-eastern/#wprm-recipe-22007-step-0-2’}
- {‘@type’: ‘HowToStep’, ‘text’: ‘Cook chicken – Place chicken in the skillet or on the grill and cook the first side for 4 to 5 minutes until nicely charred. Turn and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes (the 2nd side takes less time).’, ‘name’: ‘Cook chicken – Place chicken in the skillet or on the grill and cook the first side for 4 to 5 minutes until nicely charred. Turn and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes (the 2nd side takes less time).’, ‘url’: ‘https://www.recipetineats.com/chicken-sharwama-middle-eastern/#wprm-recipe-22007-step-0-3’}
- {‘@type’: ‘HowToStep’, ‘text’: ‘Rest – Remove chicken from the grill and cover loosely with foil. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.’, ‘name’: ‘Rest – Remove chicken from the grill and cover loosely with foil. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.’, ‘url’: ‘https://www.recipetineats.com/chicken-sharwama-middle-eastern/#wprm-recipe-22007-step-0-4’}
- {‘@type’: ‘HowToSection’, ‘name’: ‘To Serve’, ‘itemListElement’: [{‘@type’: ‘HowToStep’, ‘text’: ‘Slice chicken and pile onto platter alongside flatbreads, Salad and the Yoghurt Sauce (or dairy free Tahini sauce from this recipe).’, ‘name’: ‘Slice chicken and pile onto platter alongside flatbreads, Salad and the Yoghurt Sauce (or dairy free Tahini sauce from this recipe).’, ‘url’: ‘https://www.recipetineats.com/chicken-sharwama-middle-eastern/#wprm-recipe-22007-step-1-0’}, {‘@type’: ‘HowToStep’, ‘text’: ‘To make a wrap, get a piece of flatbread and smear with Yoghurt Sauce. Top with a bit of lettuce and tomato and Chicken Shawarma. Roll up and enjoy!’, ‘name’: ‘To make a wrap, get a piece of flatbread and smear with Yoghurt Sauce. Top with a bit of lettuce and tomato and Chicken Shawarma. Roll up and enjoy!’, ‘url’: ‘https://www.recipetineats.com/chicken-sharwama-middle-eastern/#wprm-recipe-22007-step-1-1’}]}
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FAQ
What is shawarma usually made of?
Shawarma is a Levantine Arab meat preparation, where lamb, chicken, turkey, beef, veal, or mixed meats are placed on a spit (commonly a vertical spit in restaurants), and may be grilled for as long as a day.
What is shawarma marinade made of?
Mix the shawarma marinade: Add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, ginger, oregano, turmeric, & cayenne to a bowl or jar. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt & ground black pepper as desired. Whisk or shake to combine.
What are the 3 most common foods put in the shawarma?
Traditionally, shawarma is made with lamb, but you can also use chicken, beef, or a combination of these meats or even substitute falafel, paneer or vegetables. It should be thinly sliced and marinated in a flavorful spice blend.
What makes shawarma taste like shawarma?
What Does Shawarma Taste Like? Shawarma has a complex and unique flavor that’s tangy and spicy. Some of the spices used include garlic, turmeric, cinnamon, and cardamom. And because it is marinated in seasonings all day, every bite is rich and flavorful.
