Description
Discover the authentic recipe for Shawarma Sandwich, a delicious Levantine dish made with marinated chicken and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 6 pita breads or flatbreads
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1/4 cup tahini sauce or garlic sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, olive oil, yogurt, and lemon juice. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the chicken into thin strips.
- To assemble the sandwiches, lay a pita bread flat and add a generous portion of sliced chicken. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and drizzle with tahini sauce or garlic sauce.
- Roll up the pita tightly around the filling and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce to the sandwich.
- You can also substitute chicken with beef or lamb for a different flavor profile.
- For a vegetarian option, use grilled vegetables or falafel instead of meat.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Levantine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg