Homemade shawarma

Homemade Shaorma

Number of servings: 4
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Get ready to indulge your taste buds with a delicious homemade shaorma, perfect for a meal with family or friends. This simple and quick recipe combines fresh ingredients, rich flavors and a rewarding cooking experience. So let's get the cooking adventure started!

A Brief History of Shaormei

Shaorma is a culinary dish that has gained popularity worldwide due to its versatility. Its origins are lost in the mists of time, but what is certain is that every culture has reinterpreted this dish, bringing its own flavors and ingredients. So homemade shaorma not only pays homage to tradition, it also gives you the opportunity to customize the recipe as you wish.

Ingredients

For the sticks:
- 2 teaspoons sourdough starter (or yeast)
- 150 g flour
- 100 ml water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon oil

For the shaorma:
- 2 oven-cooked chicken drumsticks, sliced
- 2 fried potatoes
- 1 tomato, sliced
- A few lettuce leaves
- A few green onion leaves
- A little mayonnaise
- Mosaic pepper
- Optional: olives, sweet ketchup or other favorite ingredients

Preparation steps

1. Preparing the Chicken Copanelor

Start by preparing the chicken cutlets. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Place the drumsticks in a baking pan, adding a splash of oil, a little water and your favorite seasonings such as salt and pepper. Cover the tray with aluminum foil to keep in moisture. Leave them in the oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the meat is tender and falls slightly off the bone. Finally, you can brown them a little, removing the foil for the last 10 minutes of cooking.

2. Preparing the French Fries

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the fries. Cut them into the desired shapes and fry them in hot oil until golden and crispy. Be sure to drain them well from the oil and lightly salt them immediately after frying to keep them crispy.

3. Preparing the Lipoli

Now let's get to the lipii! In a bowl, mix the flour with the guar guarantor (or yeast) and salt. Make a dent in the middle and add the warm water. Start kneading the dough until it becomes homogeneous and elastic, similar to bread dough. No need to let the dough rise, which makes this recipe quick.

Divide the dough into four portions and, using a rolling pin, roll each portion into a thin shape. Heat an oil-free Teflon-lined frying pan and fry each lipie for about 1 minute on each side until lightly browned. After frying, place the lipes on a plate and cover with a kitchen towel to keep them soft.

4. Assembling the Shaormei

Now comes the fun part! Season the tomato slices with salt and pepper mosaic to intensify their flavor. On a stick, add some chicken slices, fries, tomatoes, lettuce leaves and green onions. A drizzle of mayonnaise and, if you like, some olives or sweet ketchup. Allow your guests to fill their leftovers with their favorite ingredients, turning the meal into an interactive experience!

Chef's tip

If you want to add even more flavor, try marinating the chicken drumsticks with your favorite seasonings a few hours before cooking. You can also experiment with different sauces, such as tahini sauce or a garlic yogurt sauce, for added flavor.

Nutritional Benefits

This homemade shaorma is a great choice because it combines the protein from the chicken with the fresh vegetables and carbohydrates from the fries and potatoes. Chicken is a good source of lean protein and the vegetables provide essential vitamins and fiber. Flour from the leeks provides carbohydrates to keep you energized.

Frequently Asked Questions

- Can I use other types of meat? Yes, you can use beef, lamb or even tofu for a vegetarian version.
- What other ingredients can I add? Mushrooms, pickled cucumber or various sauces are great to customize shaorma.
- How can I store the sticks? If you have leftover leftovers, you can store them in an airtight bag at room temperature or freeze them.

Serving Recommendations

Homemade shaorma goes perfectly with a fresh vegetable salad or yogurt dip. A cold beer or mint tea can also perfectly complement this delicious meal.

I encourage you to let your imagination run wild and transform this recipe to your liking! Enjoy!

 Ingredients: For the Dough: 2 teaspoons of yeast for leavened dough; 150 g of flour; 100 ml of water; 1/2 teaspoon of salt; 1 tablespoon of oil. For the shawarma: a little mayonnaise; 1 tomato; a few lettuce leaves; a few green onion leaves; 2 fried potatoes; 2 chicken drumsticks baked and sliced; mixed pepper; and anything else you desire, I also added olives and sweet ketchup.