Mediterranean Inspired
Chicken shawarma is traditionally prepared on a vertical, rotating spit over open flames. As a result, it can be challenging to prepare an authentic version of this dish at home. Fortunately, this tasty recipe delivers great shawarma flavor using tools you probably already have in your kitchen.
Tip: For quick make-ahead meals, double or triple this recipe and prepare several freezers bags with chicken and marinade at once. Then, place each bag in freezer until ready to use. Pull out a bag the night before preparing to give the chicken a chance to defrost and marinade at the same time.
Prep time: 10 minutes + time to marinade
Cook time: 16-18 minutes
Serves: 4-6 Continue reading
To save time, roast the garlic in advance while preparing other roasted vegetables or dishes in the oven. Roasted garlic can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container covered in olive oil for up to one week.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 large head garlic
3 T. extra virgin olive oil, divided
115-oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 T. fresh lemon juice
1/3 c. tahini
3 T. water Continue reading
