Description
Experience the iconic flavors of a Big Mac in a light, low-carb format with these baked rice paper rolls. Perfect for satisfying cravings without the guilt!
Ingredients
- Rice Paper Wrappers
- Ground Beef
- Low Carb Mayonnaise
- Sugar-Free Ketchup or Tomato Paste
- Sugar-Free Dill Relish or Finely Diced Dill Pickles
- White Vinegar
- Onion Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Paprika
- American-Style Cheese Slices
- Finely Diced White Onion
- Dill Pickles
- Shredded Iceberg Lettuce
- Optional: Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Make the Special Sauce by combining low-carb mayonnaise, sugar-free ketchup (or tomato paste + sweetener), sugar-free dill relish (or finely diced pickles + vinegar + sweetener), white vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika in a small bowl. Stir well and set aside. Finely dice your white onion and dill pickles. Shred your iceberg lettuce and set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add your ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until fully browned, about 7-8 minutes, seasoning generously with salt and black pepper. Drain excess fat and let the beef cool slightly.
- Assemble the Rice Paper Rolls: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for about 15-20 seconds until pliable. Lay it flat on a clean, damp work surface. Place a half slice of American-style cheese near the bottom edge, add about 2 tablespoons of cooked ground beef, a small sprinkle of finely diced onion and pickles, and drizzle a tiny bit of special sauce over the filling. Fold the bottom edge of the rice paper up and over the filling, then fold in the left and right sides towards the center, and tightly roll upwards.
- Repeat the process with remaining wrappers and filling, placing finished rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Optionally, brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake Until Crispy: Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through for even browning.
- Serve & Enjoy: Remove from the oven and slice each roll in half diagonally if desired. Arrange on a serving platter and top with fresh shredded iceberg lettuce. Serve immediately with extra Low Carb 'Special Sauce' for dipping!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Don't over-soak your rice paper; dip just long enough to become pliable. For maximum crispness, use parchment paper and avoid crowding the pan. Always add shredded lettuce after baking for freshness.