Crunchy Korean BBQ Tacos

Crunchy Korean BBQ Tacos

Find the best recipe for Crunchy Korean BBQ Tacos. Try this fusion food, street-food classic with a twist. A delicious dinner that will impress your friends and family. Easy to make and perfect for game day or any night of the week. Make the most of your taco Tuesday with this Crunchy Korean BBQ Tacos recipe.

Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes - Cook Time: 10 minutes - Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Korean Fusion, Street Food

Allergens

Gluten, Soy, Sesame

Ingredients

  • 8 large lettuce leaves
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 green onions
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 small white onion
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced Korean pickles (e.g., kimchi)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, green onions (choppe
  2. , garlic (mince
  3. , soy sauce, gochujang, sugar, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the meat is evenly coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.
  4. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium high heat. Remove beef mixture from refrigerator and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking up any large chunks. Set aside.

Chef’s Insight

To maximize flavor, let the meat marinate for at least an hour, but no longer than 2 hours.

Notes

For added heat, add more gochujang or use a spicy pickle.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish is inspired by the Korean BBQ taco trend that has taken the US street food scene by storm in recent years.