One-Pan Korean BBQ Pork with Steamed Rice

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A smoky-sweet Korean BBQ dish with tender pork, spicy gochujang, and steamed rice for a complete meal. This korean-inspired grilling ready in about 55 minutes pairs pork shoulder, gochujang, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, 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: 35 min Serves 2 Korean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place pork shoulder on sheet and drizzle with sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic to create a glaze. Brush evenly over pork.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until pork is tender and glazed. While pork cooks, steam rice according to package instructions.
  4. Step 4: Serve pork slices over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Korean BBQ Pork with Steamed Rice take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 One-Pan Korean BBQ Pork with Steamed Rice?

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 One-Pan Korean BBQ Pork with Steamed Rice?

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 One-Pan Korean BBQ Pork with Steamed Rice for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 One-Pan Korean BBQ Pork with Steamed Rice?

Korean grilling 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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