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Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps

Caramelized bulgogi beef, rice, and crisp vegetables tucked into lettuce cups. This complete, practical recipe is designed for reliable home cooking.

40 minutesCooking Time
MediumDifficulty
4 servingsServings
Korean-InspiredBeefBulgogiLettuce WrapsHigh ProteinRice
Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients

For the Recipe

  • 680 g thinly sliced sirloin
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 Asian pear, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • Butter lettuce
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • Cucumber, carrot, scallions, sesame

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Whisk marinade ingredients, coat beef, and marinate at least 20 minutes.

Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps step 1

Step 2

Wash lettuce and prepare rice, cucumber, carrot, scallions, and sesame.

Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps step 2

Step 3

Sear beef in batches over high heat for 2–3 minutes.

Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps step 3

Step 4

Return beef and remaining marinade; toss until reduced to a glaze.

Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps step 4

Step 5

Fill lettuce with rice, bulgogi, and vegetables; finish with scallions and sesame.

Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps step 5

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