Low Carb Homemade Shoarma

Savor the rich, aromatic flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with this Low Carb Homemade Shoarma recipe, a healthier twist on the classic takeout favorite. Perfectly spiced chicken is marinated in a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, paprika, and turmeric, then seared to golden perfection for a tender, juicy bite. Paired with a creamy garlic-yogurt sauce infused with cucumber and fresh dill, this dish is bursting with taste and texture while keeping it light and keto-friendly. Ready in under an hour with minimal effort, this versatile recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive yet healthy meal prep idea. Serve it with lettuce wraps or a fresh green salad for a satisfying, carb-conscious feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken breasts
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 200 g Greek yogurt
• 1 cucumber
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chicken. Thinly slice the chicken breasts.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic from 2 cloves, ground cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Step 3

Add the sliced chicken into the bowl. Mix well to ensure each piece is coated with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight for best flavor.

Step 4

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the garlic sauce. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with the remaining minced garlic from 2 cloves, finely diced cucumber, chopped fresh dill, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir well until fully combined. Season with salt and refrigerate until serving.

Step 5

When ready to cook, heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice golden color.

Step 7

Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate and let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 8

Serve the chicken shoarma with the prepared garlic sauce, accompanied by low-carb sides like lettuce wraps or a simple mixed green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(980.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1658.9

Total Fat 90.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 417.6mg	0%
Sodium 2806.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 9.0g
Protein 170.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304.0mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 681.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.9%

Protein: 42.6%

Carbs: 6.5%