Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Gochujang and Vegetables

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Quick stir fry of thinly sliced pork marinated in spicy gochujang sauce, tossed with crisp vegetables for a flavorful Korean regional dish. 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 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp minced ginger. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add marinated pork and stir fry for 5-6 minutes until pork is cooked through and caramelized.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 medium julienned carrot and 1 medium sliced green bell pepper to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 sliced scallions, 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Gochujang and Vegetables 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 Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Gochujang and Vegetables?

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 Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Gochujang and Vegetables?

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 Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Gochujang and Vegetables 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 Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Gochujang and Vegetables?

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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