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Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps

Name: Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: fusion
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 2 heads butter lettuce; 2 cups cooked white rice; 2 medium carrots; 1 medium cucumber; 4 small radishes; 4 stalks green onions; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 3 cloves garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon gochujang; 0.25 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 0.25 cup cilantro

Enjoy restaurant-quality fusion lunch with ground beef, butter lettuce, and cooked white rice as the star. Each bite delivers crowd-pleasing appeal with perfectly balanced seasonings. The perfect addition to your regular lunch rotation.

Total Time

22min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Time Breakdown

Prep:12min

Cook:10min

Cuisine:

Fusion

Meal Type:

Lunch

Tags:

Kid Friendly Korean Bbq Lettuce Wraps Interactive Asian Fusion Low Carb

Ingredients (4 servings)

1 poundground beef
85% lean
2 headsbutter lettuce
leaves separated and washed
2 cupscooked white rice
warm, for serving
2 mediumcarrots
julienned
1 mediumcucumber
thinly sliced
4 smallradishes
thinly sliced
4 stalksgreen onions
sliced
3 tablespoonssoy sauce
low-sodium
2 tablespoonsbrown sugar
packed
1 tablespoonsesame oil
1 tablespoonrice vinegar
3 clovesgarlic cloves
minced
1 tablespoonfresh ginger
minced
1 teaspoongochujang
or sriracha for milder heat
1/4 cupmayonnaise
1 tablespoonvegetable oil
2 tablespoonssesame seeds
toasted
1/4 cupcilantro
chopped

Instructions

1
Make spicy mayo: Mix mayonnaise with half the gochujang (or sriracha) and set aside.
2min
2
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and remaining gochujang.
3min
3
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with a spoon, for 6-7 minutes until browned.
7min
4
Pour the sauce over the beef and stir to coat. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
3min
5
Remove from heat and stir in half the green onions. Let cool slightly.
2min
6
Arrange lettuce cups on a serving platter. Place bowls of warm rice, beef mixture, carrots, cucumber, radishes, and spicy mayo in the center.
3min
7
To serve: let everyone build their own wraps by placing rice and beef in lettuce cups, adding vegetables, and topping with spicy mayo.
1min
8
Garnish with remaining green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro.
1min

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about making Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps

How long does it take to make Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps?

This Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps recipe takes approximately 22 minutes total, with 12 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of cooking time.

How many servings does this Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps recipe make?

This recipe serves 4 people. You can easily scale the ingredients up or down to serve more or fewer people.

Is this Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps recipe beginner-friendly?

Yes! This Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps recipe is rated as easy and perfect for beginners. The instructions are straightforward and don't require advanced cooking techniques.

What makes this Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps authentic fusion?

This Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps recipe uses traditional fusion ingredients and cooking methods to deliver authentic flavors that represent the essence of fusion cuisine.

Can I make Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps ahead of time?

Yes, Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps can be prepared ahead of time. You can prep ingredients in advance or make the full recipe and store it in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

How should I store leftover Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps?

Store leftover Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze portions for up to 3 months. Always reheat thoroughly before serving.

Can I substitute ingredients in this Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps recipe?

Yes, many ingredients in Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps can be substituted based on dietary preferences or what you have on hand. Common substitutions work well, but may slightly alter the final taste and texture.

What kitchen equipment do I need to make Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps?

To make Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps, you'll need basic kitchen equipment like mixing bowls, measuring cups, and standard cookware. No special equipment is required unless specified in the recipe instructions.

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