SAJ Chicken Shawarma recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 09 2026
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Saj Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Inspired by Boustan Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

Markouk bread filled with chicken Shawarma, garlic sauce, cabbage salad, sliced tomatoes, and pickled turnip.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Shawarma

Garlic Sauce

Cabbage Salad

Assembly

Method

Prepare Chicken Shawarma

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Make Garlic Sauce

  1. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a bowl, mix together the minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

Prepare Cabbage Salad

  1. 4

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, mix the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, chopped parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Toss until the vegetables are well coated.

Assemble Shawarma

  1. 5

    Build the Shawarma

    On a piece of Markouk bread, place a generous amount of sliced chicken, drizzle with garlic sauce, add a portion of cabbage salad, a few slices of tomatoes, and top with pickled turnips. Roll the bread tightly and serve.

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