Description
This big mac wrap recipe brings the classic savory flavors and satisfying crunch of a Big Mac into an easy, quick weeknight meal. It transforms simple ingredients into an exciting, family-friendly dinner without any drive-thru fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 large (10-inch) flour tortillas (or gluten-free tortillas)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (or American-style cheese)
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 12 dill pickle chips, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced, for Quick Pickled Red Onion
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar, for pickling onions
- 0.25 cup water, for pickling onions
- 1 tsp granulated sugar, for pickling onions
- 0.5 tsp fine sea salt, for pickling onions
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise (vegetable oil based)
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp sweet relish
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, for sauce
- 1 tsp granulated sugar, for sauce
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, for sauce
- 0.5 tsp fine sea salt, for sauce
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 large shallots, thinly sliced into rings
- 1 cup vegetable oil, for frying shallots
- 0.25 cup fresh dill, finely chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Pickled Onions and Crispy Shallots: Thinly slice the red onion and place it in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, bring 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar, 0.25 cup water, 1 tsp granulated sugar, and 0.5 tsp fine sea salt to a gentle simmer, stirring until dissolved. Pour the hot liquid over the onion, ensuring slices are submerged. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. For the crispy shallots, heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a small, heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the shallot rings for 3-5 minutes, stirring, until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, lightly salting immediately while hot.
- Prepare Smoky Special Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together 0.5 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp yellow mustard, 1 tbsp sweet relish, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp granulated sugar, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, 0.5 tsp onion powder, 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp fine sea salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper until smooth and well combined. Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cook Ground Beef: Heat a large 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Season the cooked beef with a pinch of salt, pepper, and an additional 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, stirring to combine. (If beef looks too dry, add a tiny splash of water or broth to keep it tender.)
- Assemble Wraps: Lightly warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 15-20 seconds per side, making them pliable. Lay a warm tortilla flat. Spread a generous amount of Smoky Special Sauce down the center. Layer with about 1/4 of the shredded iceberg lettuce, followed by 1/4 of the seasoned ground beef, 3-4 slices of dill pickle, a few slices of the Quick Pickled Red Onion, and one slice of cheddar cheese. (Do not overfill, or your wrap will be tricky to roll.)
- Fold and Garnish Wraps: Fold in the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then tightly roll it up from the bottom, ensuring everything is snug. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut each wrap diagonally in half for easy eating. Drizzle a small amount of additional Smoky Special Sauce in a zig-zag pattern over the exposed filling. Scatter the finely chopped fresh dill, extra crispy shallots, and a few extra pieces of Quick Pickled Red Onion over and around the wraps for a vibrant, flavorful finish.
Notes
Chill the special sauce for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld beautifully. For quicker meals, use pre-cooked ground beef or pre-shredded lettuce. For a healthier twist, swap ground beef for extra-lean ground turkey or a plant-based crumble. If cooked beef looks too dry, add a tiny splash of water or broth to keep it tender.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying and Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approx. 350 g)
- Calories: 750 calories
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1100 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: big mac wrap, easy dinner, weeknight meal, family-friendly, quick meal, homemade big mac, ground beef recipe, special sauce, crispy shallots, pickled red onion