Doenjang Roasted Sweet Potato Lettuce Wraps

Caramelized sweet potato cubes glazed with savory doenjang and maple syrup tucked into crisp lettuce with crunchy vegetables.

👅Flavor: Sweet-salty doenjang glaze with toasted sesame, bright vinegar, and fresh, crunchy vegetables.
Lettuce wraps filled with glazed sweet potatoes and vegetables
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Prep Time
15 minutes
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Cook Time
25 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
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Servings
12 wraps
easy
Cuisine
Korean
Exotic level
korean-wrap
Difficulty
easy
Diet
vegetarian, dairy-free
Devices used
Oven
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Required Equipment

  • Sheet pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Utilized Devices

Oven

Cooking Techniques

  • roasting
  • glazing
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Ingredients

  • 500 gSweet potatoespeeled and cubed
  • 30 mlAvocado oil
  • 30 gDoenjang
  • 15 mlMaple syrup
  • 15 mlRice vinegar
  • 6 gGarlicminced
  • 3 gFresh gingergrated
  • 5 gGochujang
  • 150 gButter lettuce leaves
  • 120 gCucumberribbons
  • 110 gCarrotmatchsticks
  • 20 gScallionsthinly sliced
  • 4 gToasted sesame seeds
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Instructions

1

Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the sweet potatoes with avocado oil and spread on a sheet pan.

2

Roast until tender and caramelized, 20 to 22 minutes.

3

Whisk the doenjang, maple syrup, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and gochujang in a bowl.

4

Toss the hot sweet potatoes in the glaze until glossy.

5

Fill lettuce leaves with sweet potatoes, cucumber, carrot, and scallions.

6

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve right away.

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Chef Tips

  • Roast the potatoes on the top rack for extra caramelization.
  • Use butter lettuce or romaine for sturdy, scoopable leaves.
  • Add a squeeze of lime for extra brightness.
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Nutritional Highlights

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Calories per serving
310
  • Sweet potatoes provide fiber and vitamin A
  • Lettuce wraps keep the meal light and fresh
  • Plant-based, dairy-free Korean-inspired lunch

Dietary Notes

Compliant With

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

  • Contains soy (doenjang, gochujang)
  • Contains sesame

FAQ

Can I make this gluten-free?

Use gluten-free doenjang and gochujang; the rest of the recipe is naturally gluten-free.

What else can I add to the wraps?

Try sliced avocado or quick-pickled red onion for extra creaminess and tang.

Nutrition

Calories310
Protein5 g
Carbs45 g
Fat12 g