Beef Shawarma Creamy Yogurt Wraps (Print Version)

Spiced beef, creamy yogurt sauce, and crisp veggies wrapped in soft flatbread for a flavorful Middle Eastern wrap.

# Components:

→ Beef Filling

01 - 1 pound beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
06 - 1 teaspoon ground paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 - Juice of 1 lemon

→ Creamy Yogurt Sauce

13 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
14 - 1 tablespoon tahini
15 - 1 garlic clove, finely minced
16 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
17 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
18 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
19 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Wrap Components

20 - 4 large flatbreads (pita, lavash, or tortillas)
21 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
22 - 1 large tomato, sliced
23 - 1/2 cucumber, sliced into thin strips
24 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
25 - Fresh mint or parsley leaves (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, blend olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Incorporate beef strips and toss to ensure thorough coating. Let marinate for a minimum of 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours for fuller flavor.
02 - While the beef is marinating, combine Greek yogurt, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning as desired and refrigerate until needed.
03 - Preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Sear marinated beef in batches for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until evenly browned and fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Heat flatbreads in a dry skillet or microwave for several seconds until soft and pliable; keep warm until serving.
05 - Spread a generous spoonful of creamy yogurt sauce over each flatbread. Layer with cooked beef, onion, tomato slices, cucumber strips, shredded lettuce, and fresh mint or parsley if preferred.
06 - Roll each wrap tightly. Serve immediately with remaining yogurt sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Layered Middle Eastern flavors in every wrap
  • Quick enough for weeknight meals and impressive enough for entertaining
02 -
  • Shawarma spice blends can be found at many grocers if you prefer to use a premade mix
  • Yogurt sauce keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days
03 -
  • Let the beef marinate longer for richer flavor
  • Double the sauce if you love extra creaminess inside your wraps
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