Bangja Gui Korean Bbq Beef in a Lettuce Wrap
Savor the bold and vibrant flavors of Bangja Gui, a Korean BBQ classic that wraps tender, marinated beef in crisp lettuce leaves for a delightful handheld feast. Thinly sliced ribeye, sirloin, or flank steak is infused with a savory-sweet marinade of soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, and green onions, creating a perfectly caramelized bite after a quick grill. Paired with fluffy cooked rice, the smoky beef is balanced with the crunch of fresh lettuce and a spicy kick of gochujang (Korean red chili paste). This 25-minute dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, making it ideal for social gatherings, family dinners, or weeknight cravings. A perfect harmony of textures and flavors, this Korean lettuce wrap will transport your taste buds to a bustling Seoul BBQ joint!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Beef (ribeye, sirloin, or flank steak)
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 2 stalks Green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 12 pieces Lettuce leaves (e.g., Romaine, Green leaf, or Butterhead)
- 2 cups Cooked rice
- 3 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
Thinly slice the beef into bite-sized pieces. For easier slicing, freeze the beef for about 30 minutes beforehand.
In a mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by combining soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onion, sesame seeds, and black pepper.
Add the sliced beef to the marinade and mix thoroughly to coat. Cover the bowl and let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for maximum flavor).
Preheat a grill pan, barbecue grill, or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the surface with vegetable oil.
Grill the marinated beef pieces in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until the meat is caramelized and cooked through.
While the beef is cooking, prepare the lettuce wraps by washing and drying the lettuce leaves. Arrange them on a serving platter.
Serve the grilled beef on a separate plate alongside the lettuce leaves, cooked rice, and gochujang.
To assemble, place a spoonful of cooked rice and a piece of grilled beef onto a lettuce leaf. Add a small dollop of gochujang for additional flavor. Wrap the lettuce around the filling, and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.2 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 933 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 598 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
