Save Tender spiced beef strips wrapped in warm flatbread with fresh vegetables and a tangy creamy yogurt sauce: a Middle Eastern street food classic that&s perfect for a flavorful dinner.
I first tasted shawarma on a bustling street corner with my family: the aromas were unforgettable and I set out to recreate that memory in my own kitchen for a comforting meal at home.
Ingredients
- Beef Sirloin or Flank Steak: 500 g: thinly sliced
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp
- Garlic Cloves: 2: minced
- Ground Cumin: 1 tsp
- Ground Coriander: 1 tsp
- Ground Paprika: 1 tsp
- Ground Turmeric: 1/2 tsp
- Ground Cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Cayenne Pepper: 1/4 tsp: optional
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black Pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Lemon Juice: from 1 lemon
- Greek Yogurt (plain): 200 g (3/4 cup)
- Tahini: 1 tbsp
- Garlic Clove: 1: finely minced
- Lemon Juice: from 1/2 lemon
- Fresh Parsley: 1 tbsp: chopped
- Salt for Sauce: 1/4 tsp
- Black Pepper for Sauce: freshly ground: to taste
- Flatbreads: 4 large (pita, lavash, or tortillas)
- Red Onion: 1 small: thinly sliced
- Tomato: 1 large: sliced
- Cucumber: 1/2: sliced into thin strips
- Lettuce: 1 cup: shredded
- Fresh Mint or Parsley: leaves: optional
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a large bowl: combine olive oil garlic cumin coriander paprika turmeric cinnamon cayenne salt black pepper and lemon juice. Add beef strips and toss to coat well. Marinate for at least 20 minutes (up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- Prepare the Yogurt Sauce:
- In a bowl: mix together Greek yogurt tahini minced garlic lemon juice parsley salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste then refrigerate until ready to use.
- Cook the Beef:
- Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated beef in batches for 4 to 6 minutes stirring occasionally until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Warm the Flatbreads:
- Warm flatbreads in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
- Assemble Wraps:
- Spread generous yogurt sauce on each flatbread. Top with beef onion tomato cucumber lettuce and herbs if desired. Roll up wraps tightly.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with extra yogurt sauce on the side.
Save Wrapping shawarma with my kids always sparks conversation about travel and family traditions—and everyone gets to create their own favorite combo.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls large skillet or grill pan chefs knife cutting board spoon or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt) sesame (tahini) and gluten (flatbread). Always check labels and substitute as needed for allergies.
Nutritional Information
Each serving provides 480 calories: 22 g total fat: 38 g carbohydrates: and 34 g protein.
Save Beef shawarma wraps make any dinner feel special: serve with extra sauce and enjoy every bite with loved ones.
Recipe Guide
- → What spices are used to season the beef?
The beef is seasoned with cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper for a rich, warm flavor.
- → How is the creamy yogurt sauce prepared?
The sauce is made by mixing Greek yogurt with tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper for a tangy and smooth dressing.
- → Can other meats be used instead of beef?
Yes, chicken or lamb can be substituted, marinated and cooked similarly for varied taste options.
- → What type of flatbread works best for wrapping?
Large flatbreads such as pita, lavash, or tortillas are ideal, warmed to make them pliable for easy rolling.
- → Are there suggestions for additional fillings?
Pickled vegetables or chili sauce can be added for extra flavor and a bit of heat.