Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze
Tender pork strips stir-fried with crisp vegetables in a bold, spicy-sweet gochujang sauce for a quick flavorful meal. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 35 minutes pairs large, julienned carrot, medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper, sliced green onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, thinly sliced into strips pork tenderloin
- 1 large, julienned carrot
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 3, sliced green onions
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until smooth. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add the marinated pork strips to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Add 1 large julienned carrot, 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 3 sliced green onions to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the stir-fry and toss to combine. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze 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 Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze?
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 large, julienned carrot from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze?
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 Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze 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 Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze?
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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