Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps (Ssam)

Ingredients

• 200 g Beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 8 large leaves Lettuce leaves (e.g., butter or romaine)
• 2 tablespoons Ssamjang (optional, for serving)(optional)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds(optional)
• 1 stalk Green onion, sliced(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, gochujang, and brown sugar; add the beef strips and toss to coat. Let marinate for 5 minutes while you prep the lettuce.

2. 2

   Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium‑high heat; add the beef and stir‑fry for 3‑4 minutes until browned and just cooked through.

3. 3

   Remove the beef, drizzle any remaining pan juices over the lettuce leaves, then place a few strips of beef onto each leaf, add a dab of ssamjang, sprinkle sesame seeds and green onion if using, and wrap to eat.

4. 4

   Serve immediately while the beef is hot and the lettuce is crisp.