Spicy Korean-Inspired Stir-Fried Pork with Gochujang Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-17 · Updated 2026-05-17

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Thinly sliced pork stir-fried with vegetables and tossed in a flavorful, spicy gochujang-based sauce for a quick and vibrant Korean meal. This Korean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, 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 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

1 lb, thinly sliced pork shoulder
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 stalks, sliced green onions
1 medium, julienned carrot
1 medium, thinly sliced onion
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp, for garnish toasted sesame seeds
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add marinated pork and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently until pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
Step 4: Add 1 medium thinly sliced onion, 1 julienned carrot, and 3 sliced green onions to the skillet. Stir-fry together for an additional 3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving hot with steamed rice.