The Best Homemade Chicken Shawarma Recipe
About this recipe
Chicken shawarma is a beloved Middle Eastern dish known for its bold flavors and tender meat. This recipe from Banglar Rannaghor gives you a straightforward way to make it at home, using chicken thighs for juiciness and a blend of spices that pack a punch.
The marination step is key here, allowing the chicken to soak up the flavors before cooking. Plus, the homemade garlic sauce adds a creamy, zesty touch that elevates the whole wrap.
Ingredient notes
- Use 450g of chicken thighs for the best flavor and texture.
- For the garlic sauce, you’ll need ¾ cup of Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp of mayonnaise, 1 large garlic clove, and 1 tbsp of lemon juice.
Tips from Banglar Rannaghor’s video
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to let the spices penetrate the meat.
- Mix the spices well before adding the yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil to ensure even flavor distribution.
Good to know
- How long should I marinate the chicken thighs?
- Marinate chicken thigh pieces for 30 minutes or more.
- What spices do I need for the marinade?
- You need coriander, red chili, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- What should I use to make the garlic sauce?
- Prepare garlic sauce by mixing Greek yogurt with mayonnaise, fresh minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
- The recipe uses chicken thighs.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Banglar Rannaghor: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
In a clear bowl, add coriander, red chili, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Mix the spices well then add plain yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- 3
Marinate chicken thigh pieces for 30 minutes or more.
- 4
Prepare garlic sauce by mixing Greek yogurt with mayonnaise, fresh minced garlic, and lemon juice, and set aside.
- 5
Drizzle cooking oil in a pan and cook chicken pieces.
- 6
Once cooked, remove chicken pieces from heat and cut into pieces.
- 7
Place chicken in pita wrap along with garlic sauce and your desired toppings.
- 8
Ready to enjoy!
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Banglar Rannaghor’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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