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

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.
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
I donβt eat beef, can I use chicken instead? I feel like it would still be tasty.
I dunnoβ¦ Chicken isnβt really the same as beef. What if it doesnβt taste as good? You should try it as the recipe says first.
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.
Meh, I didnβt like it. My husband said it was too spicy and he never eats spicy. Maybe I did it wrong?
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.
Totally get where youβre coming from! I like a little heat, but too much can ruin a dish. Maybe Iβll try it with less cayenne next time.
Is beef shawarma even supposed to be made with sirloin? I thought it was lamb traditionally.
This was AMAZING! The flavors are so good together! Will definitely make it again.
First time making tzatziki and it turned out great! Though I used sour cream instead of yogurt βcause thatβs all I had.
Great job! Tzatziki is sooo versatile, sour cream works too! Canβt wait to try this recipe myself.
Flatbread? Can I just use regular bread? Asking for a friend!
So good I canβt even. Better than takeout for sure!
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!
I was skeptical at first, but the marinade really made the beef taste incredible. Iβm glad I tried it!
I found the spices a bit overwhelming. Maybe less cumin next time.
Less cumin? But thatβs what makes it taste like shawarma! Just give it a try with less and see.
I totally get you! The cumin can be really strong. I usually cut back on it and it still tastes great!
I love shawarma! Iβm from the Middle East and this recipe does it justice.
This was fantastic! The blend of spices really made the beef pop. The tzatziki sauce complemented it perfectly. Will definitely make again!
I donβt have lemon juice. Can I just use vinegar instead? Probably tastes different but I dunnoβ¦
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!
Vinegar? That sounds weird! I guess it could work but lemon juice is way better for tzatziki. Just my opinion!
Did I miss something? My flatbread turned out soggy! I followed the recipe but something went wrong.
Soggy? Sounds like you mightβve put too much sauce on it. Sometimes less is more! Also, did you cook it properly? Just a thought.
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.
Ugh, why do you have to marinate it overnight? I wanted to eat it now!
I get it, marinating can be annoying if youβre hungry! But trust me, the flavor is worth the wait! Just think about how tasty itβll be. π
This is just another wrap with beef in it. Not impressed.
Tzatziki sauce is the best! I just make it with store-bought yogurt, so easy!
Totally agree! Tzatziki is so refreshing and goes with everything! Great tip on using store-bought yogurt. Saves time!
But isnβt it better to make the yogurt from scratch? Store-bought has additives, right? Just sayingβ¦
5 stars because it was easy to make! π
OMG, so good! I canβt stop eating these!! π
Absolutely loved this recipe! The sauce was amazing!
This recipe is amazing! The flavors are so rich and delicious. Will definitely make again!
This is too complicated for me. Too many steps! Iβll stick with takeout.
Easy to make and delicious! My fam loved it. Thnx!
Looks good, but isnβt shawarma usually made with chicken? This seems a bit off. π€
So glad your family enjoyed it! It really is a simple dish that packs a lot of flavors. π
Yum! My kids loved it! I didnβt have flatbread, so I used tortillas lol.
Yesss!! Best flatbread ever, my friends couldnβt believe I made it.
I donβt know, it seemed kinda bland to me. I added more spices but still not great.
Bland? Nah, canβt be! I made this last week and it was bomb! You mustβve messed something up, LOL.
I get it! Sometimes flavors just donβt come out right. Maybe try adding some lemon zest next time? It could brighten things up!
This is nothing like my momβs shawarma, but it wasnβt bad. Maybe add some more spices.
Why do you put cucumber in the tzatziki? It ainβt really necessary!
Yummm! The Tzatziki is the best part. So refreshing! Gonna make this for my next BBQ.
Um, what do you mean beef sirloin? I just used steak. Same thing, right?