Beef Shawarma Wraps Yogurt Sauce (Print Version)

Warm flatbread wraps spiced beef strips, crisp vegetables, and creamy yogurt sauce for vibrant, street food flavor.

# Components:

→ Beef Filling

01 - 1 pound beef sirloin or flank steak, cut into thin strips
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 kosher salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground 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 fresh parsley, chopped
18 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
19 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Wrap Assembly

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

# Directions:

01 - Combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add beef strips and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning as desired and refrigerate until ready to use.
03 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high. Sear the marinated beef in batches for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
04 - Warm flatbreads in a dry skillet or microwave for several seconds, just until pliable but not crisp.
05 - Spread a generous spoonful of creamy yogurt sauce on each flatbread. Top with beef, sliced onion, tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and fresh herbs if desired.
06 - Roll the filled flatbreads tightly and serve immediately, accompanied by extra yogurt sauce if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Delicious balance of spices and creamy sauce
  • Quick to prepare and perfect for sharing
02 -
  • Contains dairy: Greek yogurt and tahini
  • Substitute gluten-free wraps if needed
03 -
  • Slice beef thinly for even cooking
  • Let beef marinate longer for fuller flavor
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