Dubai Style Shawarma

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 9
Dubai-style Shawarma for a Middle Eastern treat
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Prep

80 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup yogurt
1 egg , beaten lightly
1 lemon , juice of
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cardamom powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
salt , to taste
1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
2 teaspoons garlic paste
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon cardamom powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or 1 lb lamb , cut into 1 inch cubes
1 cup lettuce , finely sliced
1 cucumber , chopped
1 tomatoes , chopped
3 tablespoons cilantro , chopped
3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup yogurt
1 lemon , juice of
2 tablespoons cilantro , chopped
2 tablespoons mint , chopped
salt , to taste
6 pita breads
Tabasco sauce , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
390
Sugar
4g
Fat
15g
Dubai-style Shawarma is a popular Middle Eastern dish that originated in the city of Dubai. It is made by marinating boneless chicken breast or lamb in a mixture of spices, yogurt, and other seasonings. After marinating, the meat is grilled and served on warm pita bread with a vegetable mix of lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro, and pomegranate seeds. To add a little kick, the dish is drizzled with yogurt sauce and a dash of Tabasco sauce. This Middle Eastern treat is perfect for dinner parties or a weekend family meal.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix canola oil, yogurt, eggs, lemon juice, black pepper, cardamom powder, cinnamon, salt, red chili flakes, garam masala, garlic paste, and ginger paste together.
2.Stir in boneless chicken breast or lamb and add another teaspoon of cardamom powder and cinnamon.
3.Marinate for at least 1 hour.
4.Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the chicken or lamb onto skewers, and grill for 5 minutes per side until cooked through.
5.In another bowl, mix lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro, and pomegranate seeds together.
6.In a small bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, cilantro, mint, and salt together.
7.Warm the pita bread and add chicken or lamb onto it. Top with the vegetable mix, drizzle with the yogurt mixture, and add a dash of Tabasco sauce.

PROS

Dubai-style Shawarma is a mouth-watering Middle Eastern dish that is juicy, flavorful, and easy to make.

It is perfect for those looking to spice up their meals with a delicious twist.

CONS

This dish makes use of red chili flakes and Tabasco sauce which may not be suitable for those with low tolerance to spicy foods.

It can also be high in calories when eaten too often, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dubai-style Shawarma contains boneless chicken breast or lamb, which is a good source of protein.
It also contains vegetables such as lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, and pomegranate seeds, which are rich in antioxidants and vitamins. The mixture of spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger may also have anti-inflammatory properties that promote digestive health.

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