It looks like you're interested in a shawarma recipe. Shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish that typically involves marinated and seasoned meat, usually served in a flatbread or wrap. Here's a simple recipe for chicken shawarma:
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water (to thin the sauce)
For Serving
- Pita bread or flatbreads
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced cucumbers
- Chopped lettuce
- Sliced red onions
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine all the marinade ingredients – garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, yogurt, olive oil, and lemon juice.
2. Add the sliced chicken to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight for maximum flavor.
3. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
4. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char on the edges.
5. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce by whisking together tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add water gradually until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
6. Warm the pita or flatbreads.
7. Assemble your shawarma wraps by placing a generous amount of cooked chicken on each bread, and top with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, red onions, and fresh parsley.
8. Drizzle the tahini sauce over the top.
9. Roll up the shawarma wraps, securing them with toothpicks if needed.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade chicken shawarma!
Feel free to customize this recipe based on your preferences, and don't hesitate to add your favorite toppings or sauces. Enjoy your delicious homemade shawarma!
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