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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce is a dish that has traveled from the bustling street markets of the Middle East to kitchens and restaurants worldwide. Loved by millions, this flavorful and juicy marinated chicken is traditionally cooked on a vertical spit, sliced thin, and wrapped in warm pita or served on a plate with all the fixings. What truly elevates it, though, is the bold, creamy garlic sauce — a tangy, rich drizzle that perfectly balances the spices of the shawarma. 🌍🔥

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts 🍗
  • ¼ cup olive oil 🫒
  • Juice of 2 lemons 🍋
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
  • 1 tsp cumin, paprika, turmeric 🌶️
  • ½ tsp cinnamon, coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste 🧂

Garlic Sauce:

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
  • 1 egg white (optional for emulsifying)
  • 1 cup neutral oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
  • Salt to taste 🧂

Instructions

1. Marinate Chicken
Combine marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add chicken, coat well, and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

2. Make Garlic Sauce
Blend garlic and egg white. Slowly drizzle in oil while blending until thick and creamy. Add lemon juice and salt.

3. Cook Chicken
Grill, pan-fry, or bake chicken until fully cooked and slightly charred. Slice into strips.

4. Assemble
Place chicken on pita or plate. Drizzle generously with garlic sauce. Add pickles, veggies, and herbs.

Notes

Serving Ideas 🍽️

  • Shawarma Wrap: Stuff into pita with veggies and sauce 🥙
  • Platter Style: Serve over rice with salad 🥗
  • Low-Carb: Wrap in lettuce leaves 🥬
  • Author: niold.com