Bulgogi Beef Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground sirloin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 medium onion, sliced
• 1 pear, grated
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons mirin
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon gochujang or sambal oelek
• 4 green onions, sliced
• 1 large head butter lettuce
• 1/2 cup julienned carrots
• 1/2 cup julienned red peppers
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Cook the Beef: Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add ground beef and salt. Break up the beef with a spoon and cook until browned and crispy.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add onion and pear to the skillet. Cook until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3. Add Sauce: Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, black pepper, and gochujang in a small bowl. Pour over the beef and vegetable mixture. Stir to coat.
4. Assemble Lettuce Wraps: Divide the beef mixture among lettuce leaves. Top with carrots, peppers, green onions, and sesame seeds.

Enjoy your delicious and easy Korean-inspired lettuce wraps!