Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir Fry with Sesame

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Tender strips of pork stir-fried with bold Korean spices and sesame for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs thinly sliced pork loin, soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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: 10 min Serves 2 Korean cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp gochujang, 2 tsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger to make the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork loin to the marinade and toss to coat evenly; let marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering.
  4. Step 4: Add marinated pork along with 1 julienned carrot and 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, stir-frying for 5-6 minutes until pork is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately over 2 cups cooked white rice if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir Fry with Sesame take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Sesame?

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 thinly sliced pork loin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir Fry with Sesame?

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 Sesame 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 Spicy Korean-Inspired Pork Stir Fry with Sesame?

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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