Combine the classic flavors of the beloved Big Mac with a twist of Mexican cuisine, resulting in a delicious fusion dish – Big Mac Flautas. This innovative recipe brings the iconic burger flavor within crispy flautas, perfect for any occasion that calls for something different yet comforting.
Ingredients:
🥩 2 lb ground beef
🧅 ½ onion, chopped
🧂 Salt to taste
🌶️ Black pepper to taste
🧀 6 slices American cheese
🌯 6 flour tortillas
🥬 3 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
🥒 ½ cup diced pickles
For the dressing:
🍏 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
🍬 1 tsp sugar
🥄 1 cup mayonnaise
🎨 1 tbsp yellow mustard
🥒 1 tbsp relish
🧄 1 tsp garlic powder
🧅 1 tsp onion powder
🌶️ 1 tsp paprika
Instructions:
- Prep the Beef Filling:
- Season the ground beef with salt and black pepper as desired. Add the chopped onion.
- In a pan over medium heat, cook the mixture until the liquid evaporates.
- If your beef is fatty, tilt the pan to collect the excess fat, using paper towels to absorb it.
- Remove from the heat, add the cheese slices, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Prepare the Tortillas:
- Heat a griddle over medium heat.
- Warm each tortilla on both sides to make them pliable and prevent cracking during rolling.
- Assemble the Flautas:
- Place a portion of the beef and cheese mixture in the center of each tortilla.
- Roll each tortilla tightly, bringing the meat to one edge, and secure each with a toothpick.
- Fry the Flautas:
- In a pan, fry the rolled tortillas over low to medium heat until they are golden brown.
- Make the Dressing:
- Dissolve the sugar in apple cider vinegar.
- Mix in mayonnaise, mustard, relish, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until smooth.
- Serve:
- Top the flautas with the prepared dressing, shredded lettuce, diced pickles, and remaining chopped onions.
Additional Information:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Equipment: Pan, griddle, paper towels, toothpicks
- Servings: 6 flautas
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure the tortillas are warm to prevent them from breaking.
- Adjust the seasoning of the beef according to your taste preferences.
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