Shawarma
“Discover the joy of making Shawarma at home. This 35-minute egyptian recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.”
🤖 Why This Recipe Matches Your Mood
Discover the joy of making Shawarma at home. This 35-minute egyptian recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
This Shawarma is a beloved Egyptian dish that brings comfort and satisfaction to any meal. Its flavors have been refined over time to create the perfect balance that keeps people coming back for more.
Cooking is more than just preparing food—it's an act of love, creativity, and connection. This recipe embodies that spirit, offering you a chance to create something special in your own kitchen.
📋 Shawarma
📝 Ingredients
- •1 kg Chicken Thighs
- •1 tbs Coriander
- •1 tbs Cumin
- •1 tbs Cardamom
- •1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- •2 tsp Paprika
- •2 tbs Lemon Juice
- •3 tbs Olive Oil
- •1 cup Greek Yogurt
- •1 Garlic Clove
- •1 tsp Cumin
- •Splash Lemon Juice
- •Sliced Lettuce
- •Sliced Tomato
- •6 Pita Bread
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Combine the marinade ingredients in a large ziplock bag (or bowl).
- 2
Add the chicken and use your hands to make sure each piece is coated. If using a ziplock bag, I find it convenient to close the bag then massage the bag to disperse the rub all over each chicken piece.
- 3
Marinate overnight or up to 24 hours.
- 4
Combine the Yoghurt Sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix. Cover and put in the fridge until required (it will last for 3 days in the fridge).
- 5
Heat grill/BBQ (or large heavy based pan on stove) on medium high. You should not need to oil it because the marinade has oil in it and also thigh fillets have fat. But if you are worried then oil your hotplate/grill. (See notes for baking)
- 6
Place chicken on the grill and cook the first side for 4 to 5 minutes until nicely charred, then turn and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes (the 2nd side takes less time).
- 7
Remove chicken from the grill and cover loosely with foil. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
- 8
TO SERVE
- 9
Slice chicken and pile onto platter alongside flatbreads, Salad and the Yoghurt Sauce.
- 10
To make a wrap, get a piece of flatbread and smear with Yoghurt Sauce. Top with a bit of lettuce and tomato and Chicken Shawarma. Roll up and enjoy!
💡 Why This Recipe?
Discover the joy of making Shawarma at home. This 35-minute egyptian recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
⭐ Pro Tips
- 1Read the entire recipe before starting to avoid surprises
- 2Prep all ingredients before cooking (mise en place) for a smoother experience
- 3For best results, use fresh, high-quality Chicken Thighs
- 4Taste as you go and adjust seasonings to your preference
🔗 You Might Also Like
🧭 Explore More Meal Ideas
📖 From Our Blog
Comfort Food for Rainy Days: 8 Cozy Recipes to Warm Your Soul
Rain tapping on the windows? Here are 8 soul-warming recipes perfect for curling up with on those grey, drizzly days.
5-Ingredient Dinners for Busy Weeknights
The best weeknight dinners aren't complicated. They're five ingredients, one pan, and twenty minutes. Here are the principles behind meals that are simple without being boring.
25 Easy Meal Prep Ideas That Actually Work (2026 Guide)
Stop staring at your fridge wondering what to cook. These 25 meal prep ideas will transform your week and save you hours of decision-making.
Let AI Pick Your Perfect Meal
Tell us your mood, and we'll recommend exactly ONE meal for you. No endless scrolling, no decision fatigue.