Kapsalon met Kip en Sambal
A popular Dutch fast-food dish, Kapsalon is a layered creation typically consisting of fries, shawarma meat, melted cheese, and salad, topped with a garlic sauce. This version features marinated chicken and a spicy sambal kick.
🧂 Ingredients
- 400 g Chicken thighs(boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tbsp Shawarma seasoning
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 500 g French fries(frozen, oven-ready)
- 150 g Gouda cheese(shredded)
- 1 cup Lettuce(shredded)
- 1 medium Tomato(diced)
- 0.5 medium Cucumber(diced)
- 0.25 medium Red onion(thinly sliced)
- 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 clove Garlic(minced)
- 1 tsp Sambal oelek(or to taste)
- 1 tsp Lime juice
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with shawarma seasoning and olive oil. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
⏱️ 15 minutes - 2
Preheat your oven according to the french fries package instructions. Bake the fries until golden brown and crispy.
💡 Tip: Ensure fries are spread in a single layer for even cooking. - 3
While the fries are baking, cook the marinated chicken in a hot skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through and slightly browned. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
⏱️ 10 minutes - 4
Prepare the garlic sauce by mixing mayonnaise, minced garlic, sambal oelek, and lime juice in a small bowl. Adjust sambal to your spice preference.
💡 Tip: Let the garlic sauce sit for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld. - 5
Assemble the Kapsalon in oven-safe bowls or a single large dish. Start with a layer of crispy fries. Top with the cooked chicken.
💡 Tip: Using individual bowls makes for easy serving. - 6
Sprinkle the shredded Gouda cheese over the chicken and fries. Place the dish under a broiler or in a hot oven for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
⏱️ 3-5 minutes - 7
Top the melted cheese with a generous portion of shredded lettuce, diced tomato, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
💡 Tip: Fresh vegetables add a refreshing contrast to the rich layers. - 8
Drizzle the prepared garlic-sambal sauce generously over the top. Serve immediately.
💡 Tip: Eat with a fork and knife, as it can be quite messy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓You can substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breast, but be careful not to overcook.
- ✓For an extra layer of flavor, add some pickled jalapeños or red cabbage.
- ✓If you don't have shawarma seasoning, a mix of cumin, coriander, paprika, and a pinch of cinnamon works well.
🔄 Variations
- Use thinly sliced beef or lamb instead of chicken for a more traditional shawarma flavor.
- Add a dollop of plain yogurt to the garlic sauce for a creamier texture.