Keto Homemade Shoarma
Savor the authentic flavors of the Middle East with this Keto Homemade Shoarma recipe, a low-carb twist on a beloved street food classic. Tender, marinated chicken thighs are infused with a vibrant blend of spices—cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cinnamon—before being grilled to perfection for a smoky char and irresistible aroma. Perfectly adaptable to your keto lifestyle, this dish swaps traditional pita for low-carb flatbreads or crisp lettuce wraps while offering optional yogurt or tahini sauce for a creamy finish. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is a celebration of bold, zesty flavors with an effortless meal prep process that makes it ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Packed with protein, brightened with fresh parsley, and bursting with aromatic spices, this keto shoarma is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 low-carb flatbreads or lettuce leaves
- yogurt or tahini sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Slice the chicken thighs into thin strips and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the spice and oil mixture over the chicken strips, ensuring all the pieces are well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Preheat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips in a single layer.
Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until thoroughly cooked and slightly charred on the edges.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Place the cooked chicken onto low-carb flatbreads or in lettuce leaves, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and add a drizzle of yogurt or tahini sauce if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your keto-friendly shoarma!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.8 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 638 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 3850 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 177.5 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 465 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2062 mg | 44% | |
*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.
