TURKEY SHAWARMA WITH CRUNCHY VEGETABLES

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This is an overstuffed, saucy little sandwich, but our pita trick in this recipe ensures that the pocket won't implode while you're eating it.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Sandwich     Thanksgiving     leftovers     turkey     Herb     Spice     Yogurt     Cucumber

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, divided
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
Pinch of cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
4 cups shredded turkey meat, room temperature, divided
1 small red onion, halved, very thinly sliced
2 medium Persian cucumbers, cut into matchsticks
1 medium carrot, peeled, cut into matchsticks
4 radishes, trimmed, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 cups mixed tender herbs (such as torn mint leaves, parsley leaves with tender stems, and/or dill fronds)
6 white pitas with pockets, warmed
Hot sauce (for serving)

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt, garlic, lemon zest, and 2 tsp. lemon juice in a medium bowl; season with salt. Set yogurt sauce aside.
  • Mix black pepper, coriander, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, and cayenne in a small bowl. Heat 2 Tbsp. butter and 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium. As soon as butter is melted, add half of spice mixture and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add half of turkey meat and toss to coat. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with remaining 2 Tbsp. butter, 1 Tbsp. oil, spice mixture, and turkey meat. Add remaining 1 tsp. lemon juice to turkey mixture and toss to combine.
  • Toss onion, cucumbers, carrot, radishes, and vinegar in a large bowl to combine. Add herbs, season with salt, and gently toss again.
  • Cut 1" off top of each pita and stuff back into pocket, nudging it all the way to the bottom. Spread some of the yogurt sauce inside each pita without tearing sides and fill with turkey and vegetable mixture. Serve with hot sauce and remaining yogurt sauce.

SOPHIA VAN STADEN
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and fresh. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish.


BD VAXIN
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The shawarma was so flavorful and moist. I loved the crispy vegetables and the creamy tahini sauce. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again.


Rahat babo
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The turkey shawarma is always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of spices in the marinade. I also love that this recipe is so versatile. I've served it with pita bread, rice, and even quinoa. It's always a hi


Fahim Mojumder
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The turkey is always tender and juicy, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked. I love the combination of flavors in the marinade. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal or a special occ


Anish Csy
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and fresh. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish.


Tonics Deejay
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The shawarma was so flavorful and moist. I loved the crispy vegetables and the creamy tahini sauce. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again.


Neo Anhle
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The turkey shawarma is always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of spices in the marinade. I also love that this recipe is so versatile. I've served it with pita bread, rice, and even quinoa. It's always a hi


Kaliah Harris
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The turkey is always tender and juicy, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked. I love the combination of flavors in the marinade. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal or a special occ


Ibrahim Aminu
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The shawarma was so flavorful and moist. I loved the crispy vegetables and the creamy tahini sauce. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again.


Lungisani Myeni
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This recipe is a winner! The turkey shawarma is so flavorful and juicy. I love the combination of spices in the marinade. I also love that this recipe is so versatile. I've served it with pita bread, rice, and even quinoa. It's always a hit.


Trystan Word
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The turkey is always tender and juicy, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked. I love the combination of flavors in the marinade. This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal or a special occ


Abubakar Hanif
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and fresh. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish.


Waheed Jee
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook turkey. This recipe definitely fits the bill. The shawarma was so flavorful and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dilawar Gujjar
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I love this recipe! The turkey shawarma is always a crowd-pleaser. I usually double the recipe because it goes so quickly.


Michelle Bogard
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The turkey was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were crisp and fresh. I served it with pita bread and hummus and it was a perfect meal.


The Doom Slayer
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I'm not usually a fan of turkey, but this recipe changed my mind. The shawarma was so flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ashar Rehman
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The turkey shawarma was a hit at our dinner party! The flavors of the marinade were incredible, and the meat was so tender and juicy. We especially loved the crunchy vegetables and the creamy tahini sauce. Definitely a keeper recipe!