Big mac-style wraps, quick, practical and economical

Ingredients

• 1 drizzle of olive oil
• 2 ground beef steaks (or other)
• 2 wraps
• 2 leaves iceberg lettuce (or classic)
• 1 tablespoon chopped onion
• 1 large gherkin
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons relish (or sweet and sour pickles, finely chopped)
• 5 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon American mustard (or classic mustard)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder

Materials

• panini maker (or pan)
• spatula

Preparation

• Prepare the sauce:
  Combine relish or chopped pickles, mayonnaise, white vinegar, mustard, garlic, paprika and onion.
• Cook the minced steak in a drizzle of olive oil for about 4 minutes on each side (check for doneness and adjust if necessary).
  
• Place a wrap on a plate and add two slices of cheddar cheese side by side.
• Spread sauce over cheese slices.
  
• Add lettuce, chopped onion and pickle rings.
• Finish by placing the chopped steak on top.
  
• Fold the sides towards the center of the wrap.
• Fold in half.
  
• Toast the wrap in a panini maker or in a frying pan until golden brown.
• All set!
  

Observations

How do you make Big Mac-style sauce for these wraps?
The sauce is made by mixing finely chopped relish or pickles, mayonnaise, white vinegar, American mustard, garlic powder, paprika and onion powder to obtain a tasty, balanced flavor. You can of course replace it with the sauce of your choice, such as a burger sauce, or even with my favorite sauce: sriracha mayonnaise ;-)

Can I use another protein instead of ground beef in this recipe?
Yes, you can use other types of ground meat such as chicken, turkey, or even a vegetarian alternative to adapt the recipe to your preferences.

What's the secret to a crisp, golden wrap?
The secret is to heat the panini maker or pan well before grilling the wrap, and brown it for a few minutes on each side until it's nice and crispy.

How can I adjust the recipe to make it lighter or lower in calories?
To lighten the recipe, you can reduce the amount of mayonnaise, use a lighter version, or replace the cheddar with a lighter cheese. You can also opt for whole-wheat wraps.

What quick and easy side dishes go best with these Big Mac-style wraps?
Home fries, a fresh green salad or crunchy vegetables such as carrot or cucumber sticks are perfect accompaniments to complete this quick and economical dish.

As usual, if you'd like to replace an ingredient or be inspired by this one to create your own, don't hesitate, and let us know in the comments :-D

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