Description
Experience the classic flavors of a French Dip sandwich in a fun, dippable format with these French Dip Tortilla Roll Ups. Tender roast beef, gooey cheese, and caramelized onions are wrapped in soft tortillas and served with a rich au jus for dipping.
Ingredients
- Large flour tortillas (10-12 inch)
- Thinly sliced roast beef (about 0.5 lb)
- Provolone cheese (sliced)
- Yellow or sweet onions (2 medium, sliced thin)
- Butter (2 tablespoons)
- All-purpose flour (1 tablespoon)
- Beef broth or beef stock (2 cups, low-sodium preferred)
- Garlic powder (0.5 teaspoon)
- Onion powder (0.5 teaspoon)
- Worcestershire sauce (dash, about 0.5 teaspoon)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Caramelized Onions (First!): In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-low heat. Add your thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 25-40 minutes, or until the onions are deeply golden brown, soft, and sweet. If they start to dry out, add a tablespoon of water to deglaze the pan. Once done, remove from heat and set aside.
- Simmer the Au Jus: In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute until a light roux forms. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of beef broth, ensuring no lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Keep warm over very low heat.
- Warm the Roast Beef: Gently warm your thinly sliced roast beef by dipping it into the warm au jus for a few seconds per slice, or by microwaving it for 15-30 seconds until just warm.
- Assemble the Roll Ups: Lay a large flour tortilla flat on a clean work surface. Lightly sprinkle a third of a slice of provolone cheese across the tortilla, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges. Layer a generous portion of the warmed roast beef over the cheese, followed by a spoonful of the caramelized onions. Top with another full slice of provolone cheese. Repeat for all tortillas.
- Roll 'Em Up: Starting from one edge, tightly roll the tortilla, tucking in the filling as you go. Once rolled, place seam-side down on a plate.
- Pan-Fry to Golden Perfection: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place 2-3 rolled tortillas in the pan, seam-side down first. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until all sides are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted. Alternatively, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes until golden.
- Slice and Serve: Once cooked, transfer the roll-ups to a cutting board. Let them rest for a minute, then slice each roll-up into 1-inch thick pinwheels. Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately with warm au jus for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Patience is key when caramelizing onions; allow 25-40 minutes for the best flavor. For the au jus, consider adding dried thyme or a bay leaf for extra richness. Warm tortillas slightly before filling to prevent cracking, and roll tightly to keep fillings secure.