Nigerian Shawarma (Chicken &Beef Shawarma Recipe Provided) Nigerian Shawarma is the Nigerian-style of the famous Shawarma (made with beef or chicken filling). This tasty snack has become a popular meal on the streets of Nigeria and is also one of the most requested recipes I have received. Years back, I used to get mine at the eatery and also wondered how I could re-make this tasty snack at home with basic spices readily available in most Nigerian kitchens;including the Shawarma bread & the tasty meat filling..After some trials, I finally got the perfect mix (I just love making my food from scratch☺). This recipe is deliciously addicting and so easy to prepare, that youll want to make Shawarma everyday. All said, this is my Nigerian -style Chicken Shawarma Recipe. Enjoy! Ingredients for Nigerian Chicken Shawarma This makes about 6+ large Shawarma wraps *2 Chicken breasts(de-boned/boneless) *2 Chicken Thighs(a.k.a Chicken laps)(de- boned/boneless) (You can also use de-boned/boneless beef ) *6+ Shawarma bread(either pita bread/ flour tortilla wraps/ *1 small sized Cabbage(cut into thin strips) *3 medium sized Carrots(grated or cut into thin strips) *1 large Cucumber(cut into thin strips&circles) *2 big Tomatoes(cut into thin strips) *1 medium sized Onions(cut into thin strips) *Ketchup *Mayonnaise *1 Tablespoon Vegetable /olive oil(For stir frying) For the marinade: *1 teaspoon thyme *2 teaspoon curry(I used ducros brand) *1 teaspoon onion powder/2 teaspoons minced onions *1 teaspoon garlic powder/2 teaspoons minced garlic *1 large chicken stock cube/bouillon cube (crushed into powder) *Half a teaspoon black pepper *Chilli pepper to taste *Salt to taste(optional because the stock cube already has salt) *1 Tablespoon Vegetable /olive oil Preparation * Wash and Cut the vegetables into thin strip(if you havent done that yet) and set aside. Also Cut the chicken or beef into thin strips and set aside. Tip: I always recommend,using a combination of Chicken thighs&Breasts,because the fat from the thighs adds extra flavor and compliments the taste of the chicken breast. * Place the chicken strips into a bowl,add the marinade and mix thoroughly until well incorporated. Then cover and store in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours(depending all how much time you have). Tip: I actually dont wait 24 hours, I just do store overnight or for 2-3 hours,but I realized that the longer the meat marinades, the better it tastes. * In a pan, Heat up a tablespoonful of oil.Add the marinated chicken/beef &Stir fry until juicy and brown. Scoop unto a plate and set aside. * Mix some mayonnaise and ketchup together(mayo-ketch spread). Place a shawarma bread on a clean flat surface and cut into two equal sizes(thats if you are using a large pita bread). But if using a very flat bread or tortilla wraps, simply, spread the mayo-ketch on it and then fill it with the sliced vegetables on one end and Sprinkle some chili pepper (optional); Then fold the bread, tuck in the edge, and roll to form a shawarma wrap...yummyyyy! Tip: if you want to warm it up a bit, place on a heated pan for 3 minutes(the closed edge facing the pan). If you have a microwave or sandwich maker, feel free to use those too. And your Homemade Nigerian Chicken Shawarma is ready... Enjoy! Quick Note: There are several breads used for making shawarma; which includes, Pita bread,Naan bread, flour tortilla wraps and a lot more. Just make use of any one you have... it also tastes great in sliced bread and our local Agege bread☺ ..yes oo! Enjoy, leave a comment & send me your pic..☺
Posted on: Sat, 09 Nov 2013 09:43:20 +0000
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