Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Napa Cabbage

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-05 · Updated 2026-07-05

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Tender pork slices stir-fried with napa cabbage and a bold spicy gochujang sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and scallions. This Korean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, napa cabbage, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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 370 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced pork shoulder
3 cups chopped napa cabbage
3, sliced scallions
4 minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add the marinated pork to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
Step 4: Add 3 cups chopped napa cabbage to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cabbage softens but still retains some crunch.
Step 5: Remove from heat and mix in 3 sliced scallions. Garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.