Jul 14 2026
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Shawarma Recipe

Inspired by The Syrian Kitchen
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Marinated meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie, served in pita bread.

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Ingredients

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Marinade

For Serving

Method

Marinating the Meat

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground paprika, ground turmeric, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well until fully combined.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the boneless chicken thighs to the marinade and ensure that they are evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

Cooking the Shawarma

  1. 3

    Prepare Rotisserie

    Preheat your vertical rotisserie or grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Chicken

    Skewer the marinated chicken thighs on the rotisserie. Cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char. If using a grill, cook for 5-7 minutes on each side.

  3. 5

    Rest the Meat

    Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.

Assembling the Shawarma

  1. 6

    Prepare the Pita

    Warm the pita bread slightly on the grill or in the oven for a few minutes.

  2. 7

    Fill the Pita

    Place slices of the cooked chicken into the warm pita. Top with diced tomato, cucumber, sliced red onion, fresh parsley, and drizzle with tahini sauce or garlic sauce.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Fold the pita in half and serve immediately while warm.

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