Beef Shawarma Pita with Tahini Sauce

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Ingredients

4 whole pitas (the thinner the better for rolling)
sliced tomato, lettuce, red onion, pickled turnips, thinly sliced dill pickles (optional toppings)
20 ounces beef sirloin (cut in thin strips)
2 cups plain whole milk yogurt
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 cloves garlic (grated)
4 teaspoons All Purpose Lebanese Spice Blend
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons warm water
1 clove garlic (minced)
1/4 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
pinch cayenne (optional)

1
Start by marinading the beef shawarma: whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic and spices in a medium bowl. Add in the thinly sliced beef and let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to overnight.
2
To cook the shawarma, you can either grill it on high heat for 3-4 minutes per side or saute in a hot skillet until beef is cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Note: You'll want to remove excess marinade before cooking.
3
While the beef is cooking, whisk together the tahini sauce ingredients in a small bowl: tahini through salt. Check for seasoning and add more salt or cayenne to taste; set aside.
4
To assemble, lay the pitas flat and spread a bit of tahini sauce on the middle. Top with beef shawarma and any optional toppings such as onion, pickles, etc. Roll tightly then slice in half to serve.