Ssambap Lettuce Wrap Rice (쌈밥)

쌈밥 (Ssambap) is a popular Korean dish that consists of rice and various ingredients wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves. It's a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Ssambap Lettuce Wrap Rice (쌈밥)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked short-grain rice
  • 1 pound thinly sliced beef or pork
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 8 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 head of lettuce, leaves separated
  • Kimchi, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and black pepper to make the marinade.
  2. Add the sliced meat, onion, carrot, and garlic to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated meat and vegetables until the meat is fully cooked.
  4. To serve, place a spoonful of rice on a lettuce leaf, top with the cooked meat and vegetables, and wrap it up like a taco.
  5. Serve with kimchi and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Bowl Skillet

Tools

Knife Cutting board Spoon

Serving suggestions

Ssambap is best served with a side of kimchi and a bowl of hot soup.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian option, you can substitute the meat with tofu or mushrooms.

Cost

$15