Grilled sirloin beef pita with cucumber sauce, onion and tomato

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by Adam Dodd on Jan 01, 2022

Grilled Sirloin Beef Pita with Cucumber Sauce

Ready in about 50 minutes + 1–2 hours marinating | Serves 8–10

This grilled sirloin beef pita combines tender marinated beef with a creamy cucumber sauce, fresh onion and tomato. It's an easy BBQ meal that's perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

For the Beef

1 beef sirloin tip roast (3 lb)
1 tbsp ground mustard
½ tsp ground ginger
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1½ tsp black pepper
1 onion, cut into chunks
2 garlic cloves
2 tbsp sugar
¼ cup water

For the Cucumber Sauce

1/3 cup olive oil
2 cups sour cream
1 cucumber, peeled and seeded
1/3 cup cider vinegar
4 garlic cloves
½ tsp salt

To Serve

10 pita breads, warmed and halved
Thinly sliced onion
Chopped tomato

How to Make Grilled Sirloin Beef Pita

1. Prepare the Marinade

Add the onion, garlic, sugar, mustard, ginger, pepper and cayenne pepper to a blender. Process until finely chopped.

Add the soy sauce and water and blend until combined.

2. Marinate the Beef

Slice the beef into ¼-inch-thick pieces using a sharp knife.

Place the beef in a large shallow dish and pour over the marinade. Turn the beef to coat evenly.

Cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours.

3. Make the Cucumber Sauce

Blend the cucumber, garlic and salt until finely chopped.

In a separate bowl, combine the vinegar and olive oil. Whisk in the sour cream, then stir in the cucumber mixture.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

4. Grill the Beef

Remove the beef from the marinade and discard the used marinade.

Grill over medium-high heat until the beef reaches your preferred doneness. The original recipe recommends:

Medium-rare: 135°F
Medium: 140°F
Medium-well: 145°F

5. Assemble the Pita

Fill the warmed pita halves with grilled beef.

Serve with cucumber sauce, sliced onion and chopped tomato.

Refrigerate any leftover cucumber sauce.

Final Thoughts

These grilled sirloin beef pitas are packed with savoury flavour and fresh toppings. The creamy cucumber sauce balances the seasoned beef for an easy BBQ meal.

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