My Favorite Sandwich Middle Eastern Style
Transport your taste buds straight to the heart of the Middle East with this vibrant and flavor-packed sandwich recipe! "My Favorite Sandwich Middle Eastern Style" combines tender, marinated boneless chicken thighs infused with aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and turmeric, all grilled to perfection. Wrapped in warm, pillowy pita bread, this sandwich is layered with creamy hummus, crisp slices of tomato, cucumber, and red onion, and finished with a drizzle of luscious tahini sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or a casual dinner. Bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Middle Eastern-inspired sandwich will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it up with a side of tabbouleh or a refreshing yogurt dip for an irresistible meal! Keywords: Middle Eastern sandwich, grilled chicken pita, tahini sauce, easy lunch recipe, flavorful sandwich.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 120 milliliters plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 pieces pita bread
- 2 tomato
- 1 cucumber
- 1 red onion
- 20 grams fresh parsley
- 120 grams hummus
- 4 tablespoons tahini sauce
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, ground coriander, ground turmeric, salt, black pepper, plain yogurt, and lemon juice to make a marinade.
2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour for deeper flavor).
3. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables: slice the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into thin rounds. Chop the fresh parsley finely.
4. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
5. Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or the oven for a few seconds until pliable and soft.
6. To assemble the sandwich, spread a layer of hummus on one side of the pita bread. Add sliced chicken, tomato, cucumber, red onion, and a sprinkle of parsley. Drizzle with tahini sauce.
7. Fold the pita bread over the filling to form a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
8. Serve the sandwiches immediately and enjoy your delicious Middle Eastern-style creation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.7 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.7 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 6678 mg | 290% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.7 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.5 g | ||
| Protein | 150.7 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 689 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 24.4 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 3473 mg | 74% | |
*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.
