* 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (thinly cut) * 1 cup plain yogurt * 1/4 cup vinegar * 2 cloves garlic, crushed * 1 teaspoon pepper * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 2 cardamom pods * 1 teaspoon allspice * juice from 1 lemon * ___________________________ * FOR THE SAUCE: * 1 cup tahini * 2 cloves garlic, crushed * 1/4 cup lemon juice * 2 tablespoons yogurt * ___________________________ * PITA FILLINGS: * 8 loaves of pita bread or 4 large * thinly slice cucumbers * thinly sliced onions * 1/2 teaspoon sumac * thinly sliced tomatoes * 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped * pickle slices (optional)
PREPARATION: Combine all ingredients except for chicken, fillings, and sauce ingredients to make marinade. If it seems a little dry, add a little olive oil (a tablespoon at a time).
Add chicken, cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours, preferable overnight.
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