A fusion twist that combines the bold flavors of shawarma with tender shrimp, wrapped in a burrito for a satisfying and portable meal. Drizzled with a creamy tahini sauce, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Shawarma:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced 🍗
3 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
2 tablespoons shawarma seasoning blend 🌿
Juice of 1 lemon 🍋
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
For the Shrimp:
1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤
1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
1 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
For the Tahini Sauce:
1/4 cup tahini (sesame paste)
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt 🥄
2 tablespoons lemon juice 🍋
1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
1 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
1 teaspoon cumin 🌿
Salt and water to thin
Additional Components:
Large burrito-sized tortillas 🌯
Cooked rice or quinoa 🍚
Fresh vegetables (shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cucumbers) 🥗
Pickled red onions 🧅
Optional hot sauce 🌶️
Instructions
Marinate and Cook the Chicken
In a bowl, combine chicken, olive oil, shawarma seasoning, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.
Season and Cook the Shrimp
Toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in the same pan for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Make the Tan Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together tahini, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, and salt. Gradually add water to achieve a drizzleable consistency.
Assemble the Burritos
Place a flat rice or quinoa tortilla, shawarma chicken, cooked shrimp, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and pickled onions on top.
Drizzle generously with tan sauce and optional hot sauce.
Wrap and Finish
Roll the tortilla into a burrito, tucking in the sides as you roll. Serve as is or lightly toast in a pan for extra crispness.
For presentation, spiral more chicken and shrimp on top of the burrito and drizzle with tan sauce for a stunning finish.
Tips for Success
Use warm tortillas to prevent cracking when wrapping.
Add a smoky flair by grilling the chicken and shrimp.
For meal prep, store components separately and assemble fresh for each serving.
Enjoy this irresistible combination of flavorful shawarma and succulent shrimp in every bite! 🌯🍤✨