Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma Recipe with Homemade Flatbreads

If you've ever thought about making a delicious shawarma at home, you've come to the right place! In this recipe, I will show you how to prepare fluffy flatbreads and a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for filling with juicy chicken and crunchy vegetables. This recipe is ideal for a family dinner or a party with friends.

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 10 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the flatbreads:
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 4 tablespoons olive oil or sunflower oil
- 10 g fresh yeast
- Warm water (as needed)

For the filling:
- 400 g chicken breast (baked)
- 2 large potatoes (fried)
- 1 small cabbage (shredded)
- 1 red onion (julienned)
- 3-4 pickles (sliced)
- Garlic sauce (recipe below)
- Homemade ketchup (or your favorite)

Preparing the flatbreads

1. Preparing the dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Mix the dry ingredients well to ensure even distribution of salt and sugar.

2. Activating the yeast: In a small container, dissolve the fresh yeast in a little warm water. Wait a few minutes until a foam forms on top, indicating that the yeast is active.

3. Mixing the ingredients: Pour the activated yeast over the flour mixture, add the oil, and starting to mix, gradually add warm water until you obtain a soft, non-sticky dough. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes.

4. Resting the dough: Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. This step is essential for obtaining fluffy flatbreads.

5. Shaping the flatbreads: Divide the dough into 7 equal-sized balls. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a thin sheet, about 2-3 mm thick.

6. Baking the flatbreads: In a dry skillet, heat over medium heat. Place each flatbread in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until lightly golden and starting to puff up.

Preparing the garlic sauce

1. Preparing the garlic: Peel 4-5 cloves of garlic (you can use larger garlic for a more intense sauce) and crush them well.

2. Mixing the ingredients: In a bowl, combine the crushed garlic with a little salt and 4 tablespoons of oil, mixing until you achieve a homogeneous composition, similar to mayonnaise.

3. Finalizing the sauce: Finally, add 200 g of yogurt and mix well. This garlic sauce will add a fresh and delicious flavor to your shawarma.

Assembling the shawarma

1. Preparing the ingredients: Cut the chicken breast into small pieces, fry the potatoes, and prepare the vegetables: cabbage, onion, and pickles.

2. Assembling: Take a warm flatbread and add a few pieces of chicken, fried potatoes, cabbage, onion, and pickles on it.

3. Adding sauces: On top, pour the garlic sauce and ketchup, then roll the flatbread as tightly as possible.

Serving

Serve the shawarma warm, alongside a glass of cold beer or cola. This is a perfect combination to celebrate a successful evening with family or friends!

Practical tips

- Variations: You can add other ingredients, such as tomatoes, peppers, or olives to customize the shawarma to your taste.
- Storing the flatbreads: If you don't consume all the flatbreads at once, you can keep them in plastic bags to prevent them from drying out.
- Garlic sauce: You can experiment with fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley) to give a unique touch to the sauce.

Nutritional benefits

This shawarma is a good source of protein due to the chicken breast, while the vegetables add essential vitamins and minerals. Moreover, homemade flatbreads are a healthier alternative compared to store-bought ones, as you can control the ingredients used.

Frequently asked questions

- Can I use whole wheat flour? Yes, you can replace all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour, but the texture of the flatbreads will be slightly different.
- What can I use instead of chicken? You can use beef, lamb, or even a vegetarian option with tofu or grilled vegetables.
- How can I store the flatbreads? Flatbreads can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days or in the freezer for later use.

This chicken shawarma recipe with homemade flatbreads is more than just a simple meal; it is a culinary experience that brings together flavors, aromas, and pleasant moments. So, roll up your sleeves and enjoy every bite! Bon appétit!

 Ingredients: For the flatbreads: 500g white flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp sugar, 4 tbsp oil, 10g fresh yeast, warm water as needed. For the filling: baked chicken breast, fried potatoes, a small cabbage, 1 red onion, pickled cucumbers, homemade ketchup, garlic sauce.

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