Spicy Korean-Inspired Beef Stir Fry with Gochujang and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

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A quick stir fry with tender strips of beef tossed in a spicy gochujang sauce, accented by fresh scallions and garlic for a bold Korean flavor. This Korean-inspired Easter recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 7 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 stalks scallions, sliced on a diagonal
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes without stirring to develop a crust.
Step 3: Stir the beef and cook for another 2 minutes until cooked through. Remove from heat, stir in 2 tsp sesame oil and 4 sliced scallions, tossing to combine. Sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.