Name: Samgyeopsal Full Wrap Set Kr
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 200 g pork belly (samgyeopsal); 8 leaves lettuce leaves (large, for wraps); 1 small, sliced thin cucumber; 1/2 cup radish kimchi (low-sugar); 2 tbsp ssamjang (low-sugar); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 stalks green onion, sliced; 1 tsp sesame oil; to taste black pepper; 1/4 tsp stevia or erythritol (optional for slight sweetness)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Pat pork belly dry and season with black pepper and a drizzle of sesame oil.
2
Heat a non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat and grill pork belly slices until crisp, about 3‑4 minutes per side.
3
While pork cooks, arrange lettuce leaves, cucumber slices, and radish kimchi on a plate.
4
Mix minced garlic, green onion, ssamjang, and optional sweetener in a small bowl to create a low‑glycemic dipping sauce.
5
Assemble each wrap: place a piece of grilled pork on a lettuce leaf, add cucumber, kimchi, and a dab of sauce, then fold and enjoy.
6
Serve immediately and enjoy the balanced low‑carb, high‑protein meal.

*Pro Tips

1
Use extra‑large lettuce leaves to hold more filling without needing tortillas, keeping carbs low.
2
Trim visible fat from pork belly if desired to reduce saturated fat intake.

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

The recipe focuses on protein‑rich pork and fiber‑rich vegetables, while avoiding high‑glycemic carbs and sugary sauces. Lettuce wraps keep the net carbs under 5 g per serving, making it suitable for blood‑glucose control.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

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