Author Notes
I make this every year using my recipe for Chicken Shawarma, but I use the spices on the cooked turkey. It's a nice change from the traditional Thanksgiving flavors. —Leith Devine
Test Kitchen Notes
This is pretty tasty and super easy and fast to make. It's a good use of turkey leftovers without being a repeat of a Thanksgiving's meal. It has a nice blend of spices, too! —feastathome
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Ingredients
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1
small cucumber, finely chopped
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1 cup
Greek yogurt
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2
garlic cloves, grated
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1 tablespoon
chopped fresh or 1/2 tablespoons dried mint
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2 tablespoons
dried dill
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1 teaspoon
salt
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1/2 teaspoon
pepper
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3 cups
chopped turkey
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2 tablespoons
butter
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1/2 teaspoon
cumin
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1/2 teaspoon
turmeric
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1/2 teaspoon
paprika
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1/2 teaspoon
coriander
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1/2 teaspoon
sumac
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1/2 teaspoon
onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon
garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon
salt
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1/2 teaspoon
pepper
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Split, lightly toasted pita, feta, lettuce, and tomato (optional), for serving
Directions
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Make tzatziki sauce: Let the cucumber drain on paper towels. Mix together the yogurt, garlic, mint, dill, salt and pepper and add drained cucumber. Set aside.
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Mix shawarma spices together. Melt butter in a large pan. Add spices and cook 1-2 minutes or until spices are fragrant.
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Add chopped turkey and stir to combine. Scoop the turkey mixture into the pita.
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Top with feta cheese, lettuce, tomato (optional), and tzatziki sauce.
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