30 Minute Korean Gochujang Beef Lettuce Wraps
30 Minute Korean Gochujang Beef Lettuce Wraps are a quick and flavorful delight that brings the vibrant tastes of Korea to your dinner table. These wraps feature seasoned ground beef infused with spicy gochujang sauce, enveloped in crisp lettuce leaves for a satisfying crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish is not only simple to make but also customizable to suit various dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 tbsp gochujang
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 8 large butter or romaine lettuce leaves
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5 minutes.
- Add the onion and garlic, stirring until the onions are translucent.
- Mix in gochujang, soy sauce, and brown sugar; simmer for an additional 3 minutes.
- Rinse and dry lettuce leaves. Spoon beef mixture onto each leaf.
- Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired, then serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lettuce wraps (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey or tofu. - Add shredded carrots or cucumber for extra crunch. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.