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“Sensational Keto Turkish Dinner: Chicken Shawarma Lettuce Wraps & Cauliflower Pilaf with Herbs”

Discover a mouthwatering keto-friendly dinner recipe that combines the flavors of Turkey with the low-carb principles of the keto diet. This easy-to-prepare meal features Chicken Shawarma Lettuce Wraps and Herbed Cauliflower Pilaf, perfect for a weekend treat or weeknight meal.

🕒 Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 20 minutes Total: 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Turkish

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Ingredients

  • 6 large lettuce leaves 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced 1/4 cup homemade shawarma spice mix 1 small head cauliflower, grated or riced 2 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the shawarma spice mix with the cooked and diced chicken breast. Set aside to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the grated or riced cauliflower, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Sauté until tender and slightly browned, about 5 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley, dill, and mint.
  3. To assemble the Chicken Shawarma Lettuce Wraps, place a lettuce leaf on each plate and spoon the marinated chicken onto the center of each leaf. Top with a generous serving of cauliflower pilaf. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The key to a flavorful shawarma is the right balance of spices, so feel free to adjust the spice mix according to your taste preferences.

Notes

Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the chicken pieces and the type of pan used.

Cultural or Historical Background

Shawarma is a popular Middle Eastern and Turkish dish made by slicing meat thinly and cooking it on a vertical rotisserie. Lettuce wraps are a keto-friendly alternative to pita bread.