Spicy Authentic Korean Stir-Fried Pork with Gochujang

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

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This quick stir-fry blends tender pork with spicy gochujang sauce and fresh vegetables for a satisfying and vibrant Korean meal. This Korean-inspired pork recipe, 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 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

500 g pork shoulder, thinly sliced
3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ginger, grated
2 stalks green onions, sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 medium carrot, julienned
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1 tsp sugar to create the marinade.
Step 2: Add 500 g thinly sliced pork shoulder to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium thinly sliced onion, 1 medium julienned carrot, and 2 sliced green onions, sautéing for 3 minutes until soft.
Step 4: Add the marinated pork to the skillet and stir-fry for 6-8 minutes until the pork is cooked through and edges are slightly caramelized.
Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving with steamed rice and kimchi.