Korean BBQ lettuce wraps (Ssam)

Korean BBQ lettuce wraps (Ssam) recipe videos

Korean BBQ lettuce wraps, known as 'Ssam,' are a beloved Korean dish where grilled meats—often marinated beef, pork, or chicken—are wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves with accompaniments like garlic, chili peppers, and ssamjang (a spicy-sweet paste). The wraps are typically assembled at the table, allowing diners to customize each bite with a variety of textures and flavors.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in protein from the grilled meat and provides healthy fats, especially if using cuts like pork belly, while the lettuce and vegetables add fiber and vitamins with minimal carbs. A typical serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the meat choice and portion sizes.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	850 mg
Vitamin A	120 µg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin K	45 µg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Zinc	3 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg
Selenium	20 µg

Per 1 serving (approx. 250 g, including 100 g grilled pork, 2 lettuce leaves, 30 g rice, 20 g kimchi, and sauces) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Ssam embodies the Korean communal dining experience, emphasizing shared cooking and interactive eating, while nutritionally, it offers a balanced, low-carb meal that highlights the harmony of fresh vegetables with savory proteins.