Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread – Recipe for Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread – How to Prepare Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread

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Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread – Recipe for Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread – How to Prepare Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread

This chicken shawarma dish with markouk bread is known for its delicious flavor and high nutritional value. It's also easy to prepare, taking about 45 minutes to make. In this recipe, I will share the ingredients for six servings and guide you through the preparation steps, hoping you enjoy this special type of shawarma.

Ingredients for Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread:

Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread


 

  • 3 chicken breasts, cut into long, thin strips
  • ¼ cup of lemon juice
  • ¼ cup of olive oil
  • ¼ cup of yogurt
  • ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon of ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon of black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon of white pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon of salt
  • 2 ground mastic grains
  • 6 markouk bread loaves
  • Mayonnaise (optional, to taste)
  • Pickled cucumber (optional, to taste)
  • Pickled turnip (optional, to taste)
  • Chopped parsley (optional, to taste)

Preparation Steps for Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread:

  1. Prepare the Marinade:

    • In a bowl, mix the onion powder, garlic powder, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, white pepper, black pepper, mastic, and salt. Stir until well combined.
    • Add the yogurt, olive oil, and lemon juice, and mix well to combine the ingredients into a smooth marinade.

  2. Marinate the Chicken:

    • Place the chicken strips in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 4 hours to let the flavors infuse.

  3. Cook the Chicken:

    • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and transfer the chicken strips with the marinade to a suitable baking tray.
    • Bake the chicken for about 25 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender.

  4. Assemble the Shawarma:

    • Spread a layer of mayonnaise (or garlic sauce) in the center of each markouk bread loaf.
    • Add some of the cooked chicken shawarma, a few slices of pickled turnip and cucumber, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
    • Roll the bread tightly to form a sandwich.

  5. Serve:

    • Repeat the process for the remaining ingredients, and serve the shawarma sandwiches to your family or guests.

Your Chicken Shawarma with Markouk Bread is now ready to be enjoyed. Bon appétit!

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