Korean-Inspired Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps
Sweet-savory ground beef bulgogi served in crisp lettuce cups with quick cucumber. Fast, high-protein, and great for a lighter dinner.
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Instructions
Get your cucumber slices in a bowl and toss them with 1 tbsp rice vinegar and ¼ tsp salt. Set aside to get all tangy and crisp!
In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar or honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper. Stir up that sauce love!
Heat your skillet over medium-high and cook the beef for 6–8 minutes until it is browned and juicy. Drain any excess fat if needed. Pour in that savory sauce and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes until it gets that shiny, glazed look!
Lay out those crispy lettuce leaves, fill with the beef mixture, and top with the quick cucumber and optional scallions or sesame seeds. Wrap and enjoy the flavor explosion!
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Recipe Notes & Tips
- Serve with microwave rice to make it more filling without extra work.
- Ground turkey also works; add an extra teaspoon of sesame oil for richness.
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