Delicious Halal Recipes: Easy and Authentic Chicken Shawarma

Are you looking for an easy, tasty, and halal recipe to prepare at home? Look no further than this simple and flavorful recipe for Halal Chicken Shawarma. Perfect for wraps, sandwiches, or a main course, it's the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings while adhering to halal food guidelines.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons plain yogurt Juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Garlic Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise 3 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

Pita bread or flatbreads Sliced tomatoes Sliced cucumbers Chopped lettuce Sliced red onions Sliced pickles Hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:

In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, salt, pepper, yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil. Add the chicken to the marinade and coat it well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or longer for better flavor (marinating overnight is ideal).

Make the Garlic Sauce:

In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Cook the Chicken:

Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred. If using an oven, broil the chicken for about 5-6 minutes. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.

Assemble the Shawarma:

Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips or bite-sized pieces. Warm the pita bread or flatbreads. Spread a generous amount of garlic sauce on each piece of bread. Add the sliced chicken on top of the sauce. Layer with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, red onions, and pickles. If you like it spicy, drizzle with hot sauce. Fold the bread over the fillings to create a wrap or sandwich.

Enjoy your homemade Halal Chicken Shawarma with a side of hummus, tabbouleh, or a simple salad for a complete and delicious meal. For the best Halal Food in Brixton, visit Mezza Me for an authentic taste of the Middle East.