Indonesian Chicken Shawarma

Indonesian Chicken Shawarma is a delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of Indonesian and Indian cuisine. This recipe features tender marinated chicken wrapped in warm flatbread, topped with a flavorful sauce and fresh vegetables.

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Indonesian Chicken Shawarma

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 pieces of flatbread
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken, garlic, turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, and vegetable oil. Mix well to coat the chicken. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Warm the flatbread in the skillet for about 1 minute on each side.
  5. To assemble the shawarma, place a portion of the cooked chicken on a piece of flatbread. Top with shredded cabbage, sliced cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and mint. Drizzle with the yogurt sauce.
  6. Roll up the flatbread to enclose the filling, and serve immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Skillet Bowl Cutting board Knife Spatula

Tools

Grater (for shredding cabbage)

Serving suggestions

Serve the Indonesian Chicken Shawarma with a side of rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the yogurt sauce before drizzling it over the shawarma.

Cost

$15