Don't Miss Trying Shawarma, The Favorite Middle Eastern Sandwich

Experience the rich flavors of the Middle East with these two delightful versions of homemade chicken shawarma sandwiches. Whether you prefer a quick and easy meal or a more authentic culinary adventure, these recipes offer a delicious take on the classic dish.

Ingredients

Shawarma Spice Mix
🧂 4 Tsp Salt
🌿 2 Tsp Ground Cumin
🧄 2 Tsp Garlic Powder Sainsbury's
🧂 2 Tsp Boharat or 7 Spice
🧅 2 Tsp Onion Powder Radhuni
🌶️ 1 Tsp Chilli Flakes Radhuni
🌿 1 Tsp Ground Coriander
🥄 1 Tsp Cinnamon
🌶️ 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
🧂 1 Tsp Turmeric Heera
⚫ 1 Tsp Black Pepper
🌿 1 Tsp Ground Ginger Natco
🌿 1 Tsp Ground Cloves
🌿 1/2 Tsp Ground Nutmeg
🌿 1/2 Tsp Ground Cardamom
🌿 1/2 Tsp Ground Bay Leaves

Shared Ingredients
🥒 Salty Pickled Turnips
🥒 Salty Pickled Cucumbers Mrs. Elswood Cucumber Spears with Dill
🥬 Lettuce

Basic Shawarma (V1)
🌯 Fulya Dürüm Tortilla
🍗 1kg Chicken Breast
🍋 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
🫒 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
🫚 2 Tbsp Shawarma Spice
🧄 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
🧄 1-2 Cloves Garlic
🍋 1 1/2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
🧂 1/2 Tsp Salt
🛢️ Vegetable Oil for pan-frying

Pro Shawarma (V2)
🍞 Rayan Bakeries Large White Khobez
🍗 1kg Boneless Chicken Thighs
🍶 1 Cup Yogurt
🍅 4 Tbsp Tomato Paste Mutti Double Concentrate
🧄 4 Cloves Garlic
🍋 1 Tbsp White Vinegar
🌶️ 2-3 Tbsp Harissa Socodal La Flamme du Cap Bon
🧄 2 Garlic Cloves for Toum
🌽 30g Corn Starch
🥛 250ml Milk or water
🛢️ 60ml Vegetable Oil
🧂 3/4 Tsp Salt
🍋 3/4 Tsp Citric Acid

Instructions

1- Shawarma Spice Mix:

• Combine all spice mix ingredients in a large bowl.
• Whisk thoroughly until well-mixed.

2- Quick Shawarma (V1) Preparation:

• Chicken Preparation:

  • Slice chicken into 3/4 cm fillets.
  • Lightly pound thicker parts if needed.
  • Mix lemon juice, olive oil, and spice mix for marinade.
  • Coat chicken with marinade.

• Cooking Chicken:

  • Heat pan with vegetable oil.
  • Cook chicken 3-4 minutes per side, reaching 75°C (167°F) internally.
  • Slice into strips.

• Assembly:

  • Toast tortilla, spread garlic mayo, add chicken, pickles, and lettuce.
  • Wrap and serve.

3- Pro Shawarma (V2) Preparation:

• Chicken Preparation:

  • Mix yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, tomato paste, and spice mix.
  • Marinate chicken.

• Cooking Chicken:

  • Broil marinated chicken on wire rack for 22 minutes.

• Assembly:

  • Toast khobez, spread toum, add chicken and toppings.
  • Wrap tightly and slice to serve.

• Toum Preparation:

  • Cook starch with milk, blend solution, cool, and mix with oil for sauce.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes for V1, about 1 hour for V2
Cook Time: 3-4 minutes per side for V1, 22 minutes for V2
Total Time: 15-20 minutes for V1, about 1 hour for V2
Servings: Serves 4
Equipment:

• Cutting Board large wooden
• Mixing Bowls glass, ceramic
• Chef's Knife
• Pan/Griddle stainless steel
• Stick Blender Braun MultiQuick
• Stove induction cooktop
• Oven/Broiler
• Wire Rack
• Measuring Spoons/Cups

Cooking Tips:

• Pounding chicken ensures even cooking.
• Rely on salty, vinegar-based pickles for authentic flavor.
• Toasted bread enhances texture and flavor.
• Broiling thighs on a rack prevents soggy cooking.

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