Korean-Style Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Kimchi and Scallions

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A vibrant, quick stir-fry featuring thinly sliced pork shoulder, spicy kimchi, and fresh scallions, perfect for an authentic Korean-inspired dinner. This Korean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, kimchi, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp sugar. Mix well and marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the marinated pork to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the pork is browned and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 cup chopped kimchi and 4 sliced scallions, cooking for another 2 minutes until heated through and the scallions are slightly softened.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Korean-Style Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Kimchi and Scallions 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-Style Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Kimchi and Scallions?

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 from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Korean-Style Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Kimchi and Scallions?

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-Style Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Kimchi and Scallions 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-Style Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Kimchi and Scallions?

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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