Shawarma Rolls

 

Here’s a simple and tasty Shawarma Roll recipe you can try at home:

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Ingredients:

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 500g boneless chicken (thigh or breast), thinly sliced
• 3 tbsp curd/yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp oil

For the Sauce:

• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp hung curd or Greek yogurt
• 1 garlic clove (minced)
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt & pepper to taste

Other:

• 4 pita breads/rumali rotis/tortilla wraps
• Sliced onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce (as per taste)
• Pickled veggies (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken

   • Mix all marinade ingredients and coat the chicken well.
   • Let it rest for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).

2. Cook the Chicken

   • Heat some oil in a pan. Cook the chicken on medium-high heat until nicely charred and fully cooked.

3. Prepare the Garlic Sauce

   • Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Adjust seasoning.

4. Assemble the Roll

   • Warm the bread on a tawa or in a microwave.
   • Spread some garlic sauce on it.
   • Add cooked chicken pieces.
   • Top with sliced veggies and a little more sauce.
   • Roll it up tight and serve hot.

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Would you like a veg version too?