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Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps Recipe

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These Korean BBQ Lettuce Wraps are fresh, juicy, and full of flavor. Thin slices of beef, crunchy veggies, and a sweet and spicy sauce all wrapped in crisp lettuce. Easy to make at home and perfect for anyone following a keto diet or looking for healthy easy recipes. Great for lunch, dinner, or fun meal nights with family and friends.

Ingredients

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For the Beef

  • 1 lb thinly sliced beef (ribeye or sirloin)

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1 tsp grated ginger

  • Black pepper to taste

  • 1 tsp gochujang (optional for spice)

For The Wraps

  • 1 head of romaine or butter lettuce

  • 1 cup cooked white rice (optional if not keto)

  • Sliced cucumber

  • Julienned carrots

  • Kimchi

  • Sesame seeds

  • Sliced green onion

For The Sauce

  • 2 tbsp gochujang or sriracha

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 1 tsp honey or sugar

  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • Water to thin

Instructions

  • Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and pepper in a bowl. Add beef and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.

  • Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Taste and adjust to your liking.

  • Heat a pan over high heat. Cook beef slices in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until caramelized.

  • Prepare clean lettuce leaves.

  • Build wraps: Add rice (if using), beef, veggies, kimchi, drizzle of sauce, sesame seeds, and green onion.

  • Fold like a taco or roll it up. Eat in one big bite!

Notes

  • For keto diet: Skip the rice or use cauliflower rice.

  • Chicken or pork works great too. Same marinade.

  • Keep beef thin for fast cooking and best flavor.

  • Leftovers are great for meal prep. Keep ingredients separate.

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

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