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Flavorful Beef Shawarma Wrap with Easy Homemade Creamy Tahini Sauce

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A quick and easy beef shawarma wrap featuring tender, spiced beef strips and a creamy, nutty tahini sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this wrap delivers bold Middle Eastern flavors with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground paprika
  • ½ tsp ground turmeric
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup tahini paste
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2–4 tbsp water
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 4 large flatbreads or pita bread
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced
  • 1 large tomato, sliced
  • Pickled turnips or red onions (optional)
  • 4 large lettuce leaves

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef thinly into ¼ inch (6 mm) strips.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, ground cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to make the marinade.
  3. Add the sliced beef to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours.
  4. While beef marinates, whisk tahini paste, minced garlic, 2 tbsp lemon juice, salt, and honey (if using). Gradually add water 1 tbsp at a time until sauce is creamy and pourable.
  5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook beef strips in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, cooking in batches if needed.
  6. Warm flatbreads wrapped in foil in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5 minutes or heat briefly in a dry skillet until soft.
  7. Assemble wraps by spreading tahini sauce on flatbread, then layering cooked beef, cucumber, tomato, parsley, lettuce, and pickled turnips if using. Drizzle more tahini sauce on top and roll tightly.
  8. Serve immediately, cutting in half if desired.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure caramelization. Whisk tahini sauce slowly and add water gradually to avoid graininess. Marinate beef for at least 30 minutes, but up to 2 hours for best flavor. Toast spices briefly before mixing for extra aroma (optional). Rest cooked beef a few minutes before assembling wraps.

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