Grilled Korean-Style Pork Shoulder with Spicy-Sweet Gochujang Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

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Tender pork shoulder slices grilled over charcoal and brushed with a spicy-sweet gochujang glaze that caramelizes beautifully. This Korean-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 82 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, 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 350 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: 70 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs, sliced 1/2-inch thick pork shoulder
1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2, sliced thin green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar until smooth and glossy.
Step 2: Place 2 lbs of 1/2-inch thick pork shoulder slices in a large shallow dish and pour half of the gochujang glaze over the meat, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 1 hour at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the fridge.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F. Oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Grill pork slices for 4-5 minutes per side, brushing frequently with the reserved gochujang glaze, until the meat is cooked through and the glaze caramelizes with slightly charred edges.
Step 5: Remove pork from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving.