Belgian Mitraillette Sandwich

Ingredients

• 1 baguette 1 baguette
• 200g (7oz) beef steak, thinly sliced 200g (7oz) beef steak, thinly sliced
• 2 cups (470ml) vegetable oil, for frying 2 cups (470ml) vegetable oil, for frying
• 2 large potatoes, cut into fries 2 large potatoes, cut into fries
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup (240ml) mayonnaise 1 cup (240ml) mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Lettuce leaves, for garnish Lettuce leaves, for garnish
• Tomato slices, for garnish Tomato slices, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 650 kcal / 2720 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 45g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 3g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   Slice the baguette lengthwise, leaving one side intact to create a pocket for the filling.
3. 3.
   In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the potato fries until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
4. 4.
   Season the beef steak with salt and pepper. In the same skillet, cook the steak slices to your desired doneness. Remove from heat and set aside.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and Dijon mustard to make the sauce.
6. 6.
   Place the baguette in the preheated oven for a few minutes to warm it up.
7. 7.
   Spread the sauce generously on the inside of the baguette.
8. 8.
   Layer the cooked beef steak, crispy fries, sliced onion, lettuce leaves, and tomato slices inside the baguette.
9. 9.
   Close the baguette and press it gently to secure the filling.
10. 10.
    Slice the Mitraillette sandwich into individual portions and serve immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to cut the fries evenly to ensure they cook uniformly. Soaking the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before frying can help remove excess starch and result in crispier fries.

Tips & Tricks

• For a twist, you can add melted cheese on top of the meat before assembling the sandwich.
• If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a dash of hot sauce or chili flakes to the mayonnaise mixture.
• To make the sandwich even more indulgent, you can add a fried egg on top of the filling.
• If you don't have a baguette, you can use a ciabatta or any other crusty bread as a substitute.
• Feel free to customize the sandwich by adding pickles, jalapenos, or any other toppings of your choice.

Serving advice

Serve the Mitraillette sandwich immediately after assembling to ensure the fries stay crispy and the flavors are at their best. It pairs well with a side of coleslaw or a simple green salad.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can wrap the Mitraillette sandwich in parchment paper or butcher's paper, just like they do in Belgian street food stalls. This adds a rustic and authentic touch to the dish.