Baked Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Bulgogi
Thinly sliced pork marinated in a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce, then baked until caramelized and tender for a flavorful Korean BBQ experience at home. This Korean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork shoulder thinly sliced, gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) pork shoulder thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder to the marinade and mix well to coat all pieces. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 4 hours.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Spread the marinated pork in an even layer on the sheet.
- Step 4: Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until pork is cooked through and edges are caramelized.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve with steamed rice and kimchi.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Bulgogi take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Bulgogi?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Bulgogi?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Bulgogi for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Bulgogi?
Korean pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
