Quick Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps
Thinly sliced beef marinated in a savory, sweet Korean bulgogi sauce, quickly stir-fried and served in crisp lettuce leaves for a fresh and flavorful meal. This korean-inspired beef (low carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced beef ribeye, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 1 lb thinly sliced beef ribeye
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2, thinly sliced green onions
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 leaves romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, 2 sliced green onions, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced beef ribeye to the marinade and toss well to coat. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 3: Heat a large skillet over high heat until very hot. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the beef is browned and cooked through, stirring frequently.
- Step 4: Remove beef from heat. Serve immediately by spooning the beef into 12 crisp romaine lettuce leaves and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds to garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (20 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Quick Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep thinly sliced beef ribeye from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Quick Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Quick Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
