Samgyeopsal Lettuce Wraps (삼겹살 상추쌈)
삼겹살 상추쌈 (Samgyeopsal Lettuce Wraps) is a popular Korean dish consisting of grilled pork belly wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves along with various condiments and vegetables. It's a delicious and interactive way to enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) pork belly, thinly sliced
- 1 head of lettuce, leaves separated
- 1/2 cup ssamjang (Korean spicy dipping sauce)
- 1/4 cup garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup perilla leaves (optional)
- 1/4 cup sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a stovetop grill or non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Season the pork belly slices with salt and pepper.
- Grill the pork belly for 2-3 minutes on each side until fully cooked and slightly crispy.
- Arrange the lettuce leaves, perilla leaves, and cooked pork belly on a large platter.
- Place the ssamjang, minced garlic, chopped green onions, and sesame oil in small serving bowls.
- To eat, take a lettuce leaf, add a piece of pork belly, a small dollop of ssamjang, some garlic, green onions, and perilla leaves, then wrap it up and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 28g
Supplies
Stovetop grill or non-stick pan Large platter Small serving bowls
Tools
Tongs Sharp knife
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed rice and traditional Korean side dishes like kimchi and pickled radishes.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to grill the pork belly until it's crispy on the edges for the best texture and flavor.
Cost
$15