Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Sesame Greens

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A spicy and savory pork stir fry with tender pork slices and crisp sesame-seasoned spinach for a quick Korean-inspired dinner. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat evenly; marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork in a single layer and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the pork is browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Remove pork from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add 4 cups baby spinach and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Stir-fry spinach for 2-3 minutes until wilted but still bright green.
  4. Step 4: Return the cooked pork to the skillet with spinach. Toss everything together and cook for another minute for flavors to combine. Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions on top before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Korean-Inspired Spicy Pork Stir Fry with Sesame Greens take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Sesame Greens?

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 Sesame Greens?

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 Sesame Greens 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 Sesame Greens?

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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