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Delicious Shawarma served in pita bread with fresh vegetables, accompanied by crispy French fries on a plate.

Shawarma with French Fries: A Flavorful Delight

A flavorful Lebanese sandwich featuring marinated chicken wrapped in pita bread, topped with fresh veggies and a creamy sauce.

  • Total Time: 4 hrs 50 mins (including marination)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup malt vinegar
  • ¼ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground cardamom
  • 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
  • ½ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup plain yogurt
  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 4 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup sliced onion
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce
  • 8 pita bread rounds

Instructions

  1. In a glass baking dish, mix together the malt vinegar, ¼ cup yogurt, vegetable oil, mixed spice, cardamom, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in the mixture and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the tahini, ¼ cup yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, taste, and adjust flavors if desired. Cover and refrigerate.
  5. Cover the chicken and bake in the marinade for 30 minutes, turning once. Uncover and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove from the dish and cut into slices.
  6. Place sliced chicken, tomato, onion, and lettuce onto pita breads. Roll up, and top with tahini sauce.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste!

  • Author: Ola Recipes
  • Prep Time: 10min
  • Cook Time: 40min

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 402
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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