Best 5 Korean Inspired Beef In Pita Wraps Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to discover a symphony of flavors with our Korean-inspired beef in pita wraps. Savor the delightful fusion of Korean and Mediterranean cuisines in this unique dish. The tender beef, marinated in a blend of savory Korean spices and grilled to perfection, becomes the heart of this delectable wrap. Perfectly complementing the beef is a medley of fresh and crunchy vegetables, adding a burst of color and texture. All these ingredients are cradled within a soft and fluffy pita bread, creating a harmonious balance of tastes and textures. This article offers a collection of mouthwatering recipes that cater to various dietary preferences, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this extraordinary culinary experience!

Recipes included:

* Classic Korean-Inspired Beef in Pita Wraps: This recipe forms the foundation of this flavorful dish, featuring marinated grilled beef, a vibrant array of vegetables, and a zesty sauce, all wrapped in a warm pita bread.

* Vegetarian Korean-Inspired Pita Wraps: Embracing a plant-based lifestyle, this recipe showcases marinated and grilled tofu as the protein source, complemented by a symphony of vegetables and a flavorful sauce, all nestled within a soft pita bread.

* Gluten-Free Korean-Inspired Beef in Pita Wraps: Created for those with gluten sensitivities, this recipe utilizes a gluten-free pita bread as the base, accommodating dietary restrictions while maintaining the essence of this delectable dish.

* Korean-Inspired Beef and Veggie Lettuce Wraps: An alternative to pita bread, this recipe presents a healthier option, where marinated grilled beef and crisp vegetables are bundled in refreshing lettuce leaves, forming a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

KOREAN BEEF LETTUCE WRAPS



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Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps - Sweet and mildly spiced beef, cooked quickly and enjoyed in a sturdy leaf of lettuce, creating smiles all around the table

Provided by Michelle De La Cerda

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head lettuce ((Bibb, Boston, and butter are great choices))
1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup brown sugar ((or less to decrease sweetness))
1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp sesame oil; divided in half
3 cloves garlic; minced/grated
1/4 tsp . ground ginger
1/8 tsp . red pepper flakes ((optional and to taste))
1 bunch green onions; divided between white and green parts
3 tbsp rice wine vinegar
Sesame seeds for garnish ((optional))

Steps:

  • Whisk in a bowl the brown sugar, soy sauce/tamari, 1/2 tbsp sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice wine vinegar, and red pepper flakes until blended; set aside.
  • In a wok or large skillet, brown the ground beef in 1/2 tbsp sesame oil.
  • Add the white part of the green onions to the beef and continue cooking until the beef is done.
  • Drain any rendered fat.
  • Pour the sauce over the meat and allow it to reduce down; about 3-5 minutes.
  • Serve in lettuce leaves or over rice.
  • Sprinkle remaining green onions over each portion and garnish with sesame seeds if using.

KOREAN BEEF LETTUCE WRAPS



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Everyone's favorite Korean BBQ made at home with these light/refreshing lettuce wraps! Can also be made/prepped ahead of time!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup chopped green onions
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
2 tablespoons freshly grated pear, optional
1 teaspoon Sriracha, optional
1 1/2 pounds hanger steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup white rice
1 head butter lettuce
1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, green onions, garlic, sesame oil, ginger, pear and Sriracha, if using. Reserve 1/4 cup and set aside. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine soy sauce mixture and steak; marinate for at least 1 hour to overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the steak from the marinade. In a large saucepan of 2 cups water, cook rice according to package instructions; set aside. Preheat grill to medium high heat. Add steak to grill and cook, flipping once and basting with reserved 1/4 cup marinade until cooked through, about 1-2 minutes on each side. To serve, spoon rice into the center of a lettuce leaf, taco-style; top with steak, garnished with sesame seeds, if desired.

KOREAN GRILLED BEEF LETTUCE WRAPS



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This dish is downright addictive. Thinly-sliced strips of beef are marinated in a salty-sweet-spicy marinade then quickly seared on the grill. Then they're rolled up into ssam (Korean-style wraps) by folding a piece of steak or two, some rice, vegetables and herbs inside a crisp, cold lettuce leaf. Be sure to put the meat in the freezer for a bit before slicing the meat; it simplifies a potentially onerous task.

Provided by Pete Wells

Categories     dinner, steaks and chops, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 pounds rib-eye or other well-marbled steak
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons unrefined sugar
1/3 cup stout or porter
3-4 garlic cloves, minced
2 scallions, minced
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 Asian pear, peeled and grated
cooked sushi rice
large lettuce leaves
scallions, chopped
slivered chiles
fresh herbs, like Thai basil, shiso, mint and cilantro
radishes, thinly sliced
baby carrots, peeled and quartered
Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced and marinated briefly with seasoned rice vinegar
chile flakes
garlic cloves, thinly sliced
sriracha or other chili sauce

Steps:

  • Wrap the steak in plastic and place it in the freezer while you put together the marinade. In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar, beer, garlic, scallions, pepper, sesame oil, honey and Asian pear. Take the steak out of the freezer and slice it across the grain into 1/4-inch-thick strips. Stir the steak into the marinade and let it sit for 30 minutes, while you build a very hot fire or preheat a gas grill to its highest setting.
  • When the grill is very hot, sear the steak until nicely caramelized, 2 or 3 minutes on each side. Work in batches to avoid crowding the meat. Serve the beef with condiments and make ssam (Korean-style wraps) by folding a piece of steak or two, some rice, vegetables and herbs inside a lettuce leaf.

KOREAN-INSPIRED BEEF IN PITA WRAPS



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I've just made this for dinner, it's really great! :) I added lots of black pepper, but that's a personal preference. Preparation time does not include marinating time. NOTE: It's supposed to be black rice vinegar, not black vinegar :/ Instructions on OAMC have been added.

Provided by vintagenovelty

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon black vinegar (or substitute white rice vinegar)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons gingerroot, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
black pepper, to taste
1 slice beef, uncooked (your favourite cut, I presume. The one my mum bought simply said "for barbecuing")
tomatoes
lettuce
1 whole wheat pita bread

Steps:

  • Combine the soy sauce, black rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic and black pepper in a small bowl (do not use metal).
  • Stab your beef with a fork.
  • Add the beef to the marinade. Make sure it's evenly coated!
  • Cover with foil and leave in the fridge to marinate, from 1/2 hour to 3 hours, depending on how strong you like the flavours.
  • When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
  • Slice the pita bread into half carefully and grill it until toasted. Remove and put on a plate.
  • Remove your beef from the fridge and pour whatever remaining marinade into a frying pan.
  • Heat until it starts to bubble, then add your beef.
  • (Depending on how you like your beef to be cooked, and also the cooking time here will change.).
  • Cook for about 2 minutes on each side, turning beef with a pair of tongs.
  • Put a leaf of lettuce on your pita bread, followed by tomato, then the beef and another leaf of lettuce.
  • Devour. Warning: it's gonna get messy.
  • OAMC INSTRUCTIONS:.
  • To freeze: place marinade ingredients and meat in a zip top bag. Freeze.
  • To serve: Thaw and cook as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.9, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 1011.8, Carbohydrate 37.6, Fiber 5, Sugar 0.8, Protein 7.8

KOREAN-INSPIRED GROUND BEEF LETTUCE WRAPS



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Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef, preferably grass-fed and organic
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 scallions, white part only, thinly sliced
1-inch piece ginger, minced
1/2 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chile paste)
1 tablespoon honey
4 teaspoons sesame oil
1 1/2 cups short-grain white rice
1 1/2 tablespoons avocado oil
Sliced cucumber, for serving
1 head butter lettuce, separated into whole leaves

Steps:

  • For the beef: Add the beef to a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon and slowly rendering the fat, 8 to 10 minutes. Using a large spoon remove half of the rendered fat and discard. Add the garlic, scallions and ginger and cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • For the sauce: Stir together the soy sauce, gochujang, honey and sesame oil in a small bowl. Stir some of the sauce into the beef, a few tablespoons at a time, until seasoned to your taste. Set aside.
  • For the sticky rice: Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. Combine the rice, oil and 1 1/2 cups water in a pressure cooker or Instant Pot®. Cook on high pressure, 8 minutes. Allow the steam to release slowly, for about 5 minutes, then remove the lid. Roll the beef, sticky rice, sauce and cucumber slices in lettuce leaves and eat.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality ingredients. Look for fresh, lean beef and a good quality pita bread.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the beef in a skillet over medium heat. Just be sure to cook it until it is cooked through.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of gochujang paste to your taste. If you like it spicy, add more. If you prefer a milder flavor, add less.
  • Be sure to wrap the pitas in foil or plastic wrap before storing them. This will help to keep them fresh.

Conclusion:

Korean-inspired beef in pita wraps is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the gochujang paste adds a nice spicy kick. The pitas are soft and fluffy, and they hold all of the ingredients together perfectly. This is a dish that everyone will enjoy.

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