Paleo Homemade Shoarma

Elevate your dinner game with this flavorful and health-conscious Paleo Homemade Shoarma! This recipe takes the bold, aromatic spices of traditional Middle Eastern shawarma and gives it a wholesome twist that's entirely paleo-friendly. Tender strips of marinated chicken thighs are infused with a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon, then seared to golden perfection for an irresistible caramelized crust. Paired with a vibrant, refreshing salad of red onion, diced cucumber, tomatoes, and fresh parsley, this dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty and light. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a quick yet satisfying meal. Serve it with crisp lettuce wraps or paleo flatbreads for a nourishing, crowd-pleasing dinner that's packed with flavor and paleo-approved goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 2 tomato, diced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by cutting the chicken thighs into thin strips, about 1 inch wide.

Step 2

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground black pepper, salt, and lemon juice. Stir to form a marinade.

Step 3

3. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to an hour for best flavor.

Step 4

4. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the salad by combining the sliced red onion, diced cucumber, diced tomatoes, and chopped parsley in a bowl. Toss with a bit of salt and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Step 5

5. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips to the pan, cooking them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.

Step 6

6. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.

Step 7

7. Serve the shoarma hot, topped with the refreshing tomato and cucumber salad. Optionally, serve with paleo-friendly flatbreads or lettuce wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1131.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1580.7

Total Fat 99.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 625mg	0%
Sodium 2863.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 137.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 335.2mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 2999.9mg	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: 56.7%

Protein: 34.8%

Carbs: 8.5%