Kimchi-Infused Pork and Vegetable Stir-Fry
A vibrant Korean-inspired stir-fry blending tender pork, crisp vegetables, and fermented kimchi for a bold umami flavor. This Korean-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegetarian option), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, kimchi, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 pork shoulder
- 2 cups kimchi
- 1 large onion
- 2 bell pepper
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp gochujang
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 lb pork shoulder, 1 chopped onion, and 2 sliced bell peppers. Cook for 5-7 minutes until pork is browned and vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 cups kimchi, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 tbsp gochujang. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the pork and vegetables.
- Step 3: Remove from heat. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped green onions and serve immediately over steamed rice.
