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Korean BBQ Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps

Korean BBQ Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps You’ll Love!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious and savory Korean BBQ Ground Beef wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves, perfect for a healthy meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 head of lettuce (butter or romaine)
  • Optional: sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
  4. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions.
  6. To serve, spoon the beef mixture into lettuce leaves and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
  • These wraps can be served with rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
  • Leftover beef can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Korean BBQ, Ground Beef, Lettuce Wraps, Healthy Recipe