Beef Shawarma Wraps Creamy (Printable)

Spiced beef strips with fresh vegetables, wrapped in warm bread with a tangy creamy yogurt sauce.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beef

01 - 1.1 lbs sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 tsp ground cumin
05 - 1 tsp ground coriander
06 - 1 tsp ground paprika
07 - 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
08 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
10 - 1 tsp salt
11 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
12 - Juice of 1 lemon

→ Creamy Yogurt Sauce

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

→ Wraps and Vegetables

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)

# Steps:

01 - Mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add beef strips and toss well. Marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - Combine Greek yogurt, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning as needed. Refrigerate until serving.
03 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook beef in batches for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
04 - Gently warm flatbreads in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable.
05 - Spread a generous spoonful of yogurt sauce on each flatbread. Layer with beef, red onion, tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and fresh herbs if desired.
06 - Roll up wraps tightly and serve immediately with extra yogurt sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Delivers rich, authentic flavor in under 45 minutes
  • Customizable with chicken, lamb, or extra veggies
02 -
  • This recipe contains dairy, sesame, and gluten.
  • Substitute gluten-free wraps if needed for allergens.
03 -
  • Slicing the beef thinly ensures quick, even cooking.
  • Prepare the yogurt sauce ahead to deepen its flavor.
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