Banja Gui: Barbecued Beef in a Lettuce Wrapper (Korea) Recipe

Name: Banja Gui: Barbecued Beef in a Lettuce Wrapper (Korea)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 teaspoons mirin; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 pounds sirloin or flank steak, sliced thinly on the bias; 1/2 cup julienned green onions (scallions); 2 teaspoons hot red chili powder; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds; 40 very thin slices garlic; 20 large green or red lettuce leaves

Servings: persons

3/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons mirin
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 pounds sirloin or flank steak, sliced thinly on the bias
1/2 cup julienned green onions (scallions)
2 teaspoons hot red chili powder
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
40 very thin slices garlic
20 large green or red lettuce leaves

1
In a large, non-reactive bowl, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, the minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of the mirin, and the red pepper flakes.
2
Add the meat toss to coat.
3
Cover and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
4
Preheat the grill.
5
Mix the remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce with remaining 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.
6
Add the green onions (scallions), and garlic, and toss to combine.
7
Set aside.
8
In a small bowl, combine the remaining teaspoon of mirin, the chili powder and sesame seeds.
9
Remove the steak from the marinade and pat dry.
10
Grill for 1 minute on each side for medium-rare.
11
Lay the lettuce leaves on a flat work surface and rub the mirin mixture on the insides of the leaves.
12
Set aside.
13
Lay several slices of cooked steak in center of each leaf, drizzle with about 1 tablespoon of the seasoned green onions (scallions), and top with 2 garlic slivers.
14
Fold the lettuce over the steak and wrap tightly.
15
Repeat with the remaining ingredients and serve immediately.

2303

kcal

Calories

Fat

354

Carbs

130

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 2 teaspoons mirin, and more.

Yes, Banja Gui: Barbecued Beef in a Lettuce Wrapper (Korea) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Banja Gui: Barbecued Beef in a Lettuce Wrapper (Korea)

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