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High-Protein Korean Beef Lettuce Cups for Easy, Flavorful Meals

High-Protein Korean Beef Lettuce Cups

Enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal with these high-protein Korean beef lettuce cups, perfect for easy cooking and great flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
  2. Drain excess fat and add soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Stir until well combined and allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and prepare lettuce cups.
  5. Fill each lettuce leaf with the beef mixture and top with carrots, green onions, and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For added flavor, serve with kimchi on the side.
  • Can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.

Nutrition

Keywords: high-protein, Korean, beef, lettuce cups, easy meals