Open-Faced Korean BBQ Beef Wraps with Spicy Gochujang Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

Tender marinated beef slices wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, topped with a fiery gochujang-based sauce for a perfect Korean-inspired appetizer. This Korean-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe (low carb), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs thinly sliced beef sirloin, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 300 g thinly sliced beef sirloin
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 2, sliced green onions
• 8 large, washed and dried iceberg lettuce leaves
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Add 300 g thinly sliced beef sirloin and marinate for 20 minutes.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by whisking 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 2 sliced green onions in a small bowl until smooth.
3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Arrange 8 large iceberg lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon cooked beef slices onto each leaf.
5. Step 5: Drizzle 1 tbsp of the spicy gochujang sauce evenly over the beef. Sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds on top.
6. Step 6: Serve immediately, allowing diners to fold the lettuce wraps and enjoy the burst of flavors.