Authentic Chicken Shawarma Recipe
Shawarma is a street food in the MiddleEast made from lean meat strips, such as beef, chicken, or lamb, that aremarinated in spices and cooked on a vertical spit.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls to marinate the chicken.
- Cast-iron skillet or grill pan so that you can get that smoky charred appearance.
- Oven, optional for broiling or baking
- Sharp knife for slicing the chicken thinly
- Tongs or spatula to turn over the chicken
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons and cups
Ingredients
- 1.5–2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp yogurt plain
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3–4 pcs cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin, coriander, paprika
- ½ tsp turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Mix all marinade ingredients.
- Marinate chicken covered with the ingredients for 4+ hours.
- Skillet-fry or bake at 425°F for 25–30 mins.
- Rest, slice and serve in pita with toppings.