Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps That Wow at Every Party

These Korean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are packed with flavor and perfect for any kind of party — summer BBQs, game day tailgates, backyard picnics, or fun Friday nights with friends.

They’re quick to make, super tasty, and look amazing on a platter.

Everyone will love building their own wrap with all the colorful toppings.

Plus, they’re low-carb and easy to adapt for different diets.

This is one of those party dishes that’s fun, fresh, and full of flavor!

Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe:

Servings: 4 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 onion, finely diced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 cup kimchi, chopped
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• Butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce leaves (for wraps)
• Additional sesame seeds, for garnish
• Extra gochujang or Ssamjang (Korean dipping sauce), for serving

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 375 kcal
• Total Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 720mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 15g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 23g
  Total Calories (for the recipe): 1500 kcal

Step-by-step Guide:

1 – Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2 – Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

3 – Cook for about 5-6 minutes or until browned.

4 – Stir in the minced garlic, diced onion, and ginger.

5 – Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

6 – Add the soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar (or honey), and rice vinegar to the beef mixture.

7 – Stir well to coat the beef evenly with the seasoning.

8 – Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

9 – Remove from heat and sprinkle sesame seeds over the beef.

10 – Arrange the lettuce leaves on a large plate.

11 – Place a spoonful of chopped kimchi on each lettuce leaf.

12 – Add a portion of the seasoned beef mixture on top of the kimchi, followed by a few strips of cucumber, carrot, and a sprinkle of green onions.

13 – Add an extra dollop of gochujang or Ssamjang if desired.

14 – Garnish with more sesame seeds if you like, and serve immediately.

15 – To eat, fold the lettuce wraps like a taco and enjoy!

Pro Tips for Success:

• Swap the beef – Try ground turkey or plant-based crumbles if you want a leaner or vegetarian version.

• Go mild or spicy – Adjust the gochujang to control the heat level. Add more for spice lovers or go easy for milder tastes.

• Add crunch – Toss in chopped peanuts or crispy wonton strips for extra texture.

• Keep it cool – Place lettuce leaves on a chilled tray so they stay crisp even if they sit out for a while.

• Serve buffet-style – Set everything out separately so guests can build their own wraps. It’s fun and interactive!

Korean Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps are a fresh, flavorful way to bring something exciting to your next gathering.

Whether you’re tailgating, hosting a summer BBQ, or setting up a snack table for movie night, these wraps are a crowd-pleaser that you can feel great about serving.

Easy, fast, and bursting with bold Korean flavor — they’re sure to disappear fast!

Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 onion, finely diced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 cup kimchi, chopped
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• Butter lettuce or Bibb lettuce leaves (for wraps)
• Additional sesame seeds, for garnish
• Extra gochujang or Ssamjang (Korean dipping sauce), for serving

Instructions

1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

3. Cook for about 5-6 minutes or until browned.

4. Stir in the minced garlic, diced onion, and ginger.

5. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

6. Add the soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar (or honey), and rice vinegar to the beef mixture.

7. Stir well to coat the beef evenly with the seasoning.

8. Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

9. Remove from heat and sprinkle sesame seeds over the beef.

10. Arrange the lettuce leaves on a large plate.

11. Place a spoonful of chopped kimchi on each lettuce leaf.

12. Add a portion of the seasoned beef mixture on top of the kimchi, followed by a few strips of cucumber, carrot, and a sprinkle of green onions.

13. Add an extra dollop of gochujang or Ssamjang if desired.

14. Garnish with more sesame seeds if you like, and serve immediately.

15. To eat, fold the lettuce wraps like a taco and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

Calories: 375 kcal
Total Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 55mg
Sodium: 720mg
Total Carbohydrates: 15g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 6g
Protein: 23g
Total Calories (for the recipe): 1500 kcal