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Delectable Lebanese Lunch: Paleo Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Zesty Garlic Sauce

Discover this mouthwatering and aromatic Paleo-friendly Lebanese chicken shawarma recipe, served in a fresh wrap with zesty garlic sauce. Transport your taste buds to the Middle East with this flavorful, healthy meal.

🕒 Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Total: 40 mins
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Lebanese

Allergens

None (without pine nuts)

Ingredients

  • 4. Fresh Chicken Breasts 10. Spices (Paprika, Cumin, Coriander) 25. Olive Oil 30. Lemon Juice 35. Salt and Pepper 40. Wraps (Large and Soft) 50. Garlic Sauce (Garlic, Olive Oil, Lemon Juice) 60. Salad Mix (Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber) 70. Parsley and Fresh Mint Leaves 80. Pine Nuts (Optional)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken breasts with a blend of spices, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for an hour.
  2. Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Cook the marinated chicken for 20 25 minutes until it's cooked through and golden brown. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  4. In a bowl, mix garlic sauce ingredients and adjust seasonings to taste.
  5. Warm the wraps in the oven for 3 4 minutes.
  6. Assemble the shawarma wraps with chicken, salad mix, parsley and mint leaves, pine nuts (optional), and garlic sauce.
  7. Fold the bottom of the wrap over the filling and roll it up tightly.
  8. Slice each wrap in half on a diagonal for an attractive presentation.

Chef’s Insight

Use a sharp knife to slice the chicken thinly for improved texture and mouthfeel.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are fresh for the best flavor.

Cultural or Historical Background

Shawarma is a popular Middle Eastern dish made by stacking meat on a vertical spit and slowly rotating it in front of a heat source.