Glazed Korean-Style Pork Tacos with Spicy Slaw

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Tender pork marinated in a sweet-spicy Korean glaze, served in soft tortillas topped with crunchy spicy cabbage slaw. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 30 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 380 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp gochujang, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: While pork marinates, mix 2 cups shredded green cabbage and 1 grated medium carrot in a bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp sesame oil until smooth. Toss dressing with cabbage and carrot until coated; refrigerate.
  3. Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated pork for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable. Assemble tacos by dividing pork among tortillas, topping with spicy slaw, and sprinkling 1 tsp sesame seeds and 2 tbsp sliced green onions over each.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Glazed Korean-Style Pork Tacos with Spicy Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Glazed Korean-Style Pork Tacos with Spicy Slaw?

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 Glazed Korean-Style Pork Tacos with Spicy Slaw?

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 Glazed Korean-Style Pork Tacos with Spicy Slaw 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 Glazed Korean-Style Pork Tacos with Spicy Slaw?

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.

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