Korean Pear Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps

Korean-style lettuce wraps filled with tender pear-marinated bulgogi beef, seared quickly on the stovetop for an easy 30-minute meal.

Prep: 25 min · Cook: 10 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1.25 lb flank steak
• 1 whole pear
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 whole garlic cloves
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 head lettuce

Cooking instructions

1. Freeze the flank steak for 20 minutes to firm it, then slice it as thinly as possible against the grain. (about 20 min)
2. Peel and grate the pear and mince the garlic. Combine them with soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar in a bowl. (about 5 min)
3. Add the sliced beef, toss to coat, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. (about 20 min) — Refrigerated
4. Separate the lettuce leaves, rinse them, and pat them dry. (about 5 min)
5. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Cook the beef in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per batch, turning once, until browned and the thickest pieces reach 145°F. (about 6 min) — High heat
6. Spoon the hot bulgogi into lettuce leaves and serve immediately. (about 1 min)