Rating: 3.57
(48)

Beef Shawarma Flatbread with Tzatziki

August 9, 2023

Enjoy the flavors of the Middle East with this delicious Beef Shawarma Flatbread with Tzatziki. It’s packed with tender marinated beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce.

Beef Shawarma Flatbread with Tzatziki
Beef Shawarma Flatbread with Tzatziki
3.57 from 48 votes
Enjoy the flavors of the Middle East with this delicious Beef Shawarma Flatbread with Tzatziki. It's packed with tender marinated beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • beef Shawarma
  • 1 1/2 pounds beef sirloin sliced thinly
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp turmeric ground
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp dill chopped, fresh
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Flatbread:
  • 4 pieces flatbread
  • 1 cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 tomato diced
  • 1 red onion thinly sliced
  • parsley for garnish, fresh

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a paste.
  • Place the thinly sliced beef sirloin in a shallow dish and add the marinade paste. Mix well to coat the beef evenly. Cover the dish and let the beef marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour, or overnight for better flavor.
  • While the beef is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the marinated beef from the fridge and let it come to room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  • Grill the beef slices for about 3-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  • To assemble the flatbread, spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on each piece of flatbread. Top with sliced beef, cucumber slices, diced tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. Garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Fold the flatbread in half and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 35gFat: 15gFiber: 6g
Calories: 400kcal
Cooking Method: Grilled
Time: >45 Min
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  1. 3 stars
    I don’t eat beef, can I use chicken instead? I feel like it would still be tasty.

    1. User avatar Alia Atreides says:

      2 stars
      I dunno… Chicken isn’t really the same as beef. What if it doesn’t taste as good? You should try it as the recipe says first.

    2. 4 stars
      Sure, chicken should work just fine! I use it all the time for recipes like this. Just be mindful of the cooking time because chicken might need a bit less time on the grill compared to beef.

  2. User avatar gladys.gusikowski31 says:

    1 star
    Meh, I didn’t like it. My husband said it was too spicy and he never eats spicy. Maybe I did it wrong?

  3. User avatar Ms. Luna Reilly says:

    3 stars
    Kinda skeptical about the cayenne pepper. I used a lot less and it still was spicy! Maybe adjust the amount for those with less spice tolerance.

    1. User avatar pasquale.stiedemann50 says:

      4 stars
      Totally get where you’re coming from! I like a little heat, but too much can ruin a dish. Maybe I’ll try it with less cayenne next time.

  4. User avatar florinda.rippin1964 says:

    3 stars
    Is beef shawarma even supposed to be made with sirloin? I thought it was lamb traditionally.

  5. User avatar lucille.skiles2 says:

    5 stars
    This was AMAZING! The flavors are so good together! Will definitely make it again.

  6. User avatar kelley.boyer59 says:

    4 stars
    First time making tzatziki and it turned out great! Though I used sour cream instead of yogurt ’cause that’s all I had.

    1. User avatar Kendall Langosh says:

      5 stars
      Great job! Tzatziki is sooo versatile, sour cream works too! Can’t wait to try this recipe myself.

  7. User avatar verona.stiedemann41 says:

    2 stars
    Flatbread? Can I just use regular bread? Asking for a friend!

  8. User avatar vivienne.pfannerstill2 says:

    5 stars
    So good I can’t even. Better than takeout for sure!

  9. User avatar willia.schneider54 says:

    5 stars
    Dude, I just wanna say, this is the BEST flatbread I have ever had! So good! I took it to a BBQ, and it was gone in minutes!

  10. 4 stars
    I was skeptical at first, but the marinade really made the beef taste incredible. I’m glad I tried it!

  11. User avatar Daedric Prince says:

    3 stars
    I found the spices a bit overwhelming. Maybe less cumin next time.

    1. 2 stars
      Less cumin? But that’s what makes it taste like shawarma! Just give it a try with less and see.

    2. 4 stars
      I totally get you! The cumin can be really strong. I usually cut back on it and it still tastes great!

  12. User avatar carly.champlin45 says:

    5 stars
    I love shawarma! I’m from the Middle East and this recipe does it justice.

  13. 5 stars
    This was fantastic! The blend of spices really made the beef pop. The tzatziki sauce complemented it perfectly. Will definitely make again!

  14. User avatar Gabriella says:

    2 stars
    I don’t have lemon juice. Can I just use vinegar instead? Probably tastes different but I dunno…

    1. User avatar linsey.okeefe67 says:

      4 stars
      I dunno, I think vinegar will make it taste too sour. Why not just get some lemon juice or just leave it out? Better safe than sorry!

    2. User avatar Su Shenlong says:

      3 stars
      Vinegar? That sounds weird! I guess it could work but lemon juice is way better for tzatziki. Just my opinion!

  15. User avatar norman.koss65 says:

    2 stars
    Did I miss something? My flatbread turned out soggy! I followed the recipe but something went wrong.

    1. User avatar lewis.turcotte says:

      3 stars
      Soggy? Sounds like you might’ve put too much sauce on it. Sometimes less is more! Also, did you cook it properly? Just a thought.

    2. User avatar mathWizard says:

      4 stars
      I had the same issue once! Make sure your beef is well-cooked and not too juicy. Maybe the marinade was too watery? Consider letting it drain a bit before using.

  16. User avatar andree.schneider1988 says:

    2 stars
    Ugh, why do you have to marinate it overnight? I wanted to eat it now!

    1. User avatar guillermina.moen2015 says:

      4 stars
      I get it, marinating can be annoying if you’re hungry! But trust me, the flavor is worth the wait! Just think about how tasty it’ll be. πŸ™‚

  17. User avatar claudio.mraz1986 says:

    2 stars
    This is just another wrap with beef in it. Not impressed.

  18. User avatar shannon.gleason2021 says:

    5 stars
    Tzatziki sauce is the best! I just make it with store-bought yogurt, so easy!

    1. User avatar jeffie.douglas27 says:

      5 stars
      Totally agree! Tzatziki is so refreshing and goes with everything! Great tip on using store-bought yogurt. Saves time!

    2. User avatar rickiestmorty says:

      3 stars
      But isn’t it better to make the yogurt from scratch? Store-bought has additives, right? Just saying…

  19. User avatar shirlee.robel says:

    5 stars
    5 stars because it was easy to make! πŸ™Œ

  20. 5 stars
    OMG, so good! I can’t stop eating these!! 😍

  21. User avatar Cyrus McGlynn I says:

    5 stars
    Absolutely loved this recipe! The sauce was amazing!

  22. User avatar devon.murphy1981 says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is amazing! The flavors are so rich and delicious. Will definitely make again!

  23. User avatar jayna.doyle90 says:

    1 star
    This is too complicated for me. Too many steps! I’ll stick with takeout.

  24. User avatar teodora.rempel51 says:

    4 stars
    Easy to make and delicious! My fam loved it. Thnx!

    1. User avatar MAGA2024.Trumpster says:

      3 stars
      Looks good, but isn’t shawarma usually made with chicken? This seems a bit off. πŸ€”

    2. 5 stars
      So glad your family enjoyed it! It really is a simple dish that packs a lot of flavors. 😊

  25. User avatar Prostetnic Vogon Kwaltz says:

    4 stars
    Yum! My kids loved it! I didn’t have flatbread, so I used tortillas lol.

  26. User avatar ArabianNights says:

    5 stars
    Yesss!! Best flatbread ever, my friends couldn’t believe I made it.

  27. User avatar elden.wintheiser59 says:

    2 stars
    I don’t know, it seemed kinda bland to me. I added more spices but still not great.

    1. User avatar thea.larson2003 says:

      2 stars
      Bland? Nah, can’t be! I made this last week and it was bomb! You must’ve messed something up, LOL.

    2. User avatar grant.swift77 says:

      4 stars
      I get it! Sometimes flavors just don’t come out right. Maybe try adding some lemon zest next time? It could brighten things up!

  28. User avatar suspiciousCommentator says:

    3 stars
    This is nothing like my mom’s shawarma, but it wasn’t bad. Maybe add some more spices.

  29. User avatar bruno.okon38 says:

    1 star
    Why do you put cucumber in the tzatziki? It ain’t really necessary!

  30. User avatar The Allitnils says:

    5 stars
    Yummm! The Tzatziki is the best part. So refreshing! Gonna make this for my next BBQ.

  31. User avatar Gabriella says:

    4 stars
    Um, what do you mean beef sirloin? I just used steak. Same thing, right?

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