Glazed Korean-Style Spicy Pork Stir Fry

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Tender strips of pork marinated and stir-fried with a sweet and spicy gochujang glaze, balanced by crisp vegetables and sesame seeds. This korean-inspired pork 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, mix 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder with 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced ginger. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated pork and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until pork is browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 sliced green bell pepper and 1 julienned carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry with the pork for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 chopped scallions and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Glazed Korean-Style Spicy Pork Stir Fry take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Spicy Pork Stir Fry?

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 Spicy Pork Stir Fry?

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 Spicy Pork Stir Fry 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 Spicy Pork Stir Fry?

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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