Chicken Shawarma: A Sandwich from the Middle East

Shawarma is a Middle Eastern sandwich-like wrap that can feature numerous types of meat, including shaved lamb, goat, chicken, turkey, beef, or a mixture of meats. (This recipe features chicken.) These delicious sandwiches are a staple for fast-food in the Middle East and Northern Africa. A variety of toppings and additional food items can be added to garnish the Shawarma or add flavors.

Ingredients:

10 cloves garlic, chopped
2 lemons, juiced
1/2 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoon ground pepper
5 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 pieces pita bread
1 tomato, chopped
Shawarma Sauce, recipe follows

Directions:

To make the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, lemon juice, and oil. Add curry powder, salt, pepper, and food coloring and whisk to combine. Add chicken and coat with marinade. Marinate chicken overnight in the refrigerator.

Preheat a grill to medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade. Grill chicken for about 10 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through. Serve chicken on pita and top with tomatoes and Shawarma Sauce.

Shawarma Sauce:

Add garlic to the bowl of a food processor and process until chopped. Add tahini and pulse to combine. With the machine running, slowly add cold water until frothy. Add lemon juice and mix until creamy. Season with salt, to taste.

Recipe provided courtesy of foodnetwork.com.