Description
So you know that amazing Italian sub you get from the deli? The one with all the meats, cheese, peppers, and that perfect crusty bread? Yeah, we took that energy and wrapped it up in a tortilla, then gave it the air fryer treatment until it’s golden, crispy, and oozing with melted cheese. These wraps are like if a hot pocket and an Italian hoagie had a baby, but actually good for you (ish). We’re talking layers of spicy Italian meats, provolone, pepperoncini, and all the good stuff, wrapped tight and crisped to perfection. It’s portable, it’s satisfying, and it makes your kitchen smell like an Italian deli. Plus, it’s ready in like 10 minutes, which is faster than ordering delivery and way better than whatever sad sandwich you were gonna make.
Ingredients
The Wrap Foundation:
- 4 large flour tortillas (burrito-size, don’t go small)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
The Italian Meat Party:
- 4 oz sliced salami
- 4 oz sliced pepperoni
- 4 oz sliced capicola or ham (whatever’s on sale)
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 2 slices mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
The Flavor Bombs:
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini, chopped (the good tangy stuff)
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (or more if you’re brave)
The Spread Situation:
- 3 tbsp mayo
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Italian dressing (the thick kind)
The Fresh Stuff:
- Handful of fresh basil leaves (or dried if fresh isn’t happening)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or arugula
- 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced thin
Instructions
Step 1: Make That Spread Mix mayo, Dijon, and Italian dressing in a small bowl. This is your flavor base, so taste it and adjust. Want more tang? Add more mustard. More herbs? Shake in some dried Italian seasoning.
Step 2: Prep Your Fillings Lay out all your meats, cheese, and veggies. This is an assembly line situation, so get organized.
Chop your pepperoncini and red peppers. Slice that onion thin (nobody wants a chunk of raw onion attacking them mid-bite).
Step 3: Assembly Time Lay tortilla flat. Spread about 1 tbsp of your mayo mixture all over, leaving about an inch border.
Layer the meats first – salami, pepperoni, capicola. Don’t be stingy, but don’t go crazy either.
Add the provolone and torn mozzarella pieces.
Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
Add your pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, and red onion.
Top with fresh greens and tomato slices.
Step 4: The Wrap Game Here’s where people mess up: don’t overfill! Less is more when you need to actually close this thing.
Fold in the sides first, then roll from bottom to top, tucking as you go. Roll it tight but not so tight you squeeze everything out.
Step 5: Air Fryer Magic Preheat your air fryer to 380°F for 2 minutes.
Brush or spray each wrap lightly with olive oil. This is what makes them golden and gorgeous.
Place wraps seam-side down in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd – cook in batches if needed.
Air fry for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6: The Moment of Truth Let them cool for 2-3 minutes before cutting (trust me on this – molten cheese burns are real).
Cut diagonally and watch that cheese pull. Take a picture, post it, make your friends jealous.
Notes
These are perfect on their own, but if you want sides, go with:
- Kettle chips (the crunch factor)
- Pickle spears (more tang = more happiness)
- A simple side salad to balance all that deliciousness
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~485 kcal
- Fat: ~22g
- Carbohydrates: ~42g
- Protein: ~24g