Save It Tender spiced beef strips wrapped in warm flatbread with fresh vegetables and a tangy, creamy yogurt sauce a Middle Eastern street food classic.
I first tasted shawarma at a busy market stall and was immediately hooked by the blend of spices and textures wrapped up in fresh flatbread. Making these at home brings the vibrant taste of a favorite street food right to my kitchen.
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Ingredients
- Beef: 500 g beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Garlic: 2 cloves, 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 (optional): 1/4 tsp
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Lemon juice: from 1 lemon
- Greek yogurt: 200 g (3/4 cup) plain
- Tahini: 1 tbsp
- Garlic (for sauce): 1 clove, finely minced
- Lemon juice (for sauce): 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 or 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): as desired
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Instructions
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Add beef strips and toss. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Make Yogurt Sauce:
- In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Chill until serving.
- Cook Beef:
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high. Cook marinated beef for 4 to 6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Prepare Flatbreads:
- Warm flatbreads in a dry skillet or microwave until flexible.
- Assemble Wraps:
- Spread yogurt sauce on each flatbread. Top with beef, onion, tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and herbs.
- Serve:
- Roll wraps tightly and serve immediately with extra sauce.
Save It This has become a weeknight tradition at our house and everyone loves customizing their wraps with the creamy sauce and fresh veggies.
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Required Tools
Mixing bowls, large skillet or grill pan, chefs knife, cutting board, spoon or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt), sesame (tahini), gluten (flatbread); substitute gluten-free wraps if needed
Nutritional Information
Calories: 480, Total Fat: 22 g, Carbohydrates: 38 g, Protein: 34 g per serving
Save It 
Enjoy these wraps fresh and hot for the best flavor, and save any leftovers for a quick and tasty lunch the next day.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → Can I substitute chicken or lamb for beef?
Yes, chicken or lamb can be used. Marinate and cook using the same method for delicious results.
- → How do I make the yogurt sauce creamier?
Use full-fat Greek yogurt and add a bit more tahini or a splash of olive oil to enhance creaminess.
- → What kind of flatbread works best?
Pita, lavash, or soft tortillas are perfect. Warm them for flexibility before assembling wraps.
- → Which vegetables complement shawarma wraps?
Onion, tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and fresh parsley or mint all add crunch and freshness.
- → Can this be made gluten-free?
Absolutely—just use certified gluten-free flatbreads or wraps and check ingredient labels carefully.
- → What pairs well as a side drink?
Mint lemonade, sparkling water, or a crisp white wine all complement the vibrant flavors.
- → Are there allergen concerns?
The dish contains dairy, sesame, and gluten, so substitutions may be needed for dietary restrictions.
