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Korean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps


  • Author: ranimellcgmail-com
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free

Description

A quick, flavorful dish featuring ground beef wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 head of lettuce (e.g., butter or iceberg)
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil and let it heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet, cooking until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and gochujang. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Spoon the beef mixture into lettuce leaves and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Customize with additional veggies like shredded carrots or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg