Chicken Or Beef Shawarma Recipe
Served open face
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Ingredients
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Protein
Marinade
Toppings
Method
Marinate Protein
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken or Beef
Add the chicken thighs or beef sirloin to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for better flavor.
Cook the Protein
- 3
Preheat the Grill or Oven
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 4
Cook the Chicken or Beef
Remove the protein from the marinade and discard the excess marinade. Grill the chicken or beef for about 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F for chicken and 145°F for beef).
- 5
Rest and Slice
Once cooked, remove the protein from the grill or oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then slice thinly against the grain.
Assemble Shawarma
- 6
Prepare the Pita Bread
Warm the pita bread on the grill or in a pan for about 1-2 minutes until soft.
- 7
Layer the Ingredients
Lay the warm pita bread open-faced on a plate. Top with sliced chicken or beef, diced cucumber, diced tomato, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
- 8
Drizzle with Tahini Sauce
Finish the dish by drizzling tahini sauce generously over the top.
- 9
Serve
Serve the open-faced shawarma immediately, allowing guests to enjoy it fresh and warm.
