Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps

Adapted from: https://thecompletesavorist.com/korean-beef-lettuce-wraps#wprm-recipe-container-9385

Ingredients

• 1 head lettuce (Bibb, Boston, and butter are great choices)
• 1 lb lean ground beef (or Beyond Beef for a vegan option)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar / maple (or less to decrease sweetness)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
• 1 tbsp sesame oil; divided in half
• 3 cloves garlic; minced/grated
• 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional and to taste)
• 1 bunch green onions; divided between white and green parts
• 3 tbsp rice vinegar
• Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. In a small bowl or mason jar, combine the brown sugar/maple, soy sauce/tamari, ½ tbsp sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice wine vinegar, and red pepper flakes; set aside.
2. In a wok or large skillet, brown the ground beef in the remaining ½ tbsp sesame oil.
3. Add the white part of the green onions to the beef and continue cooking until the beef is done; drain any rendered fat.
4. Pour the sauce over the meat and allow it to reduce down; about 3-5 minutes.
5. Serve in lettuce leaves (or over rice).
6. Sprinkle remaining green onions over each portion and garnish with sesame seeds if using.