Experience the authentic flavors of the Middle East with this delectable Chicken Shawarma recipe, served as a Detroit-style Lebanese pita sandwich. This recipe guides you through crafting every element from scratch, ensuring a rich tapestry of flavors that seamlessly blend together in one satisfying dish.
Chicken Shawarma Marinade:
🥄 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
🧄 2 tablespoons minced garlic, about 6 cloves
🍅 1 tablespoon tomato paste
🍋 2 tablespoons lemon juice
🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil
🍷 1 tablespoon white vinegar
🌿 1 teaspoon allspice
🌶️ 1 teaspoon black pepper
💚 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
🌰 1 teaspoon cinnamon
🌿 ½ teaspoon ground cloves
🌰 1 teaspoon ground coriander
🌿 1 teaspoon ground cumin
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌰 ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌿 1 teaspoon turmeric
🌿 1 teaspoon ground sumac
Chicken:
🍗 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Pita Bread:
🌊 1 ½ cups warm water, 105-115°F
🍞 2 ¼ teaspoons instant dry yeast
🌾 2 cups all-purpose flour
🌾 2 cups whole wheat flour
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil
🫒 Additional olive oil for greasing bowl and brushing
Toum Garlic Sauce:
🧄 2 large bulbs of garlic, about 20-30 cloves, peeled with germ removed
🧂 2 teaspoons kosher salt
🍋 ⅓ cup lemon juice
🫒 1 ⅔ cups olive oil
Middle Eastern Pickles:
🥒 2 lbs pickling cucumbers, sliced
🍷 2 ½ cups white vinegar
🌊 2 ½ cups water
🧂 2 tablespoons kosher salt
🌿 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
🌿 1 teaspoon whole coriander
🌿 2 fresh dill sprigs or 1 tsp dried dill
🧄 4-6 cloves garlic, peeled
1- Prepare Marinade:
2- Prepare Chicken:
3- Skewer & Cook:
4- Rest & Slice:
5- Berry Brine:
6- Prepare Jars:
7- Cool & Refrigerate:
8- Initial Garlicking:
9- Emulsify:
10- Activate Yeast:
- Mix warm water and yeast, let it bloom.
- Then add flours, salt, and olive oil.
11- Knead & Rise:
- Knead dough in a KitchenAid stand mixer.
- Allow it to rise covered in a greased bowl until doubled.
12- Portion & Cook:
- Divide dough, roll into circles.
- Cook on a hot griddle until it puffs.
13- Spread:
- Apply a layer of toum sauce over warm pita.
14- Load Up:
- Add sliced shawarma chicken and pickles.
15- Roll & Wrap:
- Roll up and slightly overlap in deli paper for easy handling.
Prep Time: Approx. 1 hour, active
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: Approx. 8+ hours, including marination
Servings: 4-6 sandwiches
Calories: Approx. 600 calories per sandwich
Protein: 35g
Fats: 30g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Equipment: Meat tenderizer, Oklahoma Joe's smoker/grill, KitchenAid food processor & stand mixer, Char-Broil griddle
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