TURKEY SHAWARMA WITH TOMATO RELISH AND TAHINI SAUCE

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Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Tomato     turkey     Marinate     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Paprika     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 pounds 1/4-inch-thick turkey cutlets
2 onions, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
1 tablespoon turmeric
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 teaspoon hot paprika or cayenne pepper
8 tablespoons (about) extra-virgin olive oil, divided
8 whole pita breads
Tomato Relish
Tahini Sauce
1 cup thinly sliced pickled eggplant* or sour dill pickles

Steps:

  • Arrange turkey cutlets in 15x10x2-inch glass baking dish. Spread onion slices in 13x9x2- inch glass baking dish. Mix turmeric, coarse salt, ground coriander, ground cumin, black pepper, white pepper, and hot paprika in small bowl. Sprinkle onion slices with 1 tablespoon spice mixture, then drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over, turning onions to coat both sides. Sprinkle remaining spice mixture over both sides of turkey cutlets, rubbing in spice mixture with fingertips to coat. Drizzle 4 tablespoons olive oil over turkey, turning cutlets to coat both sides. Cover and chill onions and turkey at least 4 hours and up to 8 hours.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush grill rack with oil. Brush pita breads with 2 tablespoons oil. Grill onion slices until tender, about 4 minutes per side. Grill turkey cutlets until cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Grill pita breads until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer turkey cutlets and onion slices to cutting board and keep pita breads warm. Working in batches, stack several turkey slices and cut thinly crosswise. Repeat stacking and cutting with onion slices. Mix together turkey and onions in large bowl. Place 1 pita bread on each of 8 plates. Top with turkey-onion mixture, then Tomato Relish, Tahini Sauce, and eggplant and serve.
  • *Eggplant packed in a pickling brine of water, vinegar, salt, herbs, and spices; sold at Middle Eastern markets.

Hani Shonu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. I made it the day after Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit.


LINGO APP
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I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients for this recipe, but it was worth the effort. The shawarma was delicious and I'll definitely be making it again.


Leanne Clarke
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This recipe is a bit spicy for my taste, but it's still really good. I just used less chili powder and it was perfect.


lamimislam111
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any type of meat you like, and you can adjust the spices to your own taste.


Malone Hardick
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual weeknight dinner routine. The shawarma is easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Rolonda Maddox
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook turkey, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The shawarma was delicious and the tomato relish and tahini sauce were the perfect complements.


Lutendo Tendi
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This was my first time trying shawarma, and I was really impressed. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Busie Ncube
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I made this recipe for a party and everyone loved it. The shawarma was so tender and flavorful, and the pita bread was the perfect accompaniment.


Sonu Das
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Rian Mesh
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I've tried many shawarma recipes, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices and herbs is perfect.


Murtaza Ali
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. I made it the day after Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit.


Linda Kamathi
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The shawarma was so flavorful and juicy, I couldn't get enough of it.


Heavenz Mubiru
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper.


William Currie
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The turkey shawarma was delicious! I especially loved the crispy pita bread and the creamy tahini sauce.


Rim Jerix
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This was my first time making shawarma, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the dish was ready in no time.


Malik ZAiBi
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The tomato relish and tahini sauce are the perfect complements to the flavorful turkey.


naeem baloch
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This turkey shawarma was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were incredible, and the meat was so tender and juicy. Even my picky eaters loved it.