Gochujang Marinated Grilled Pork with Sesame Scallion Salad

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Tender pork marinated in spicy gochujang and soy, grilled to smoky perfection, served with a refreshing scallion and sesame oil salad. This korean ready in about 25 minutes pairs pork shoulder slices, gochujang, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons gochujang, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 pounds of thinly sliced pork shoulder to the marinade, mixing well to coat each piece. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the pork slices for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, thinly slice 4 stalks of green onions and toss with 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds in a small bowl to make the scallion salad.
  5. Step 5: Serve the grilled pork slices hot alongside the sesame scallion salad for a balanced, flavorful meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Gochujang Marinated Grilled Pork with Sesame Scallion Salad take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Gochujang Marinated Grilled Pork with Sesame Scallion Salad?

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 slices from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Gochujang Marinated Grilled Pork with Sesame Scallion Salad?

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 Gochujang Marinated Grilled Pork with Sesame Scallion Salad 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 Gochujang Marinated Grilled Pork with Sesame Scallion Salad?

Korean korean 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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