Spicy Korean-Inspired Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables
Tender pork strips stir-fried with crunchy vegetables in a spicy, sweet gochujang sauce for a vibrant Korean-style meal ready in under 30 minutes. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, 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 450 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 pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large, julienned carrot
- 1 medium, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
- 1 small, sliced yellow onion
- 2, sliced scallions
- 1 tbsp, for garnish toasted sesame seeds
- to serve steamed white rice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger to make the sauce.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the pork is browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Add 1 large julienned carrot, 1 medium sliced green bell pepper, and 1 small sliced yellow onion to the pork, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Pour the prepared sauce over the pork and vegetables, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 2 sliced scallions.
- Step 7: Serve the spicy pork stir-fry hot over steamed white rice, garnished with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Korean-Inspired Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables?
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 pork shoulder, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean-Inspired Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables?
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 Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables 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 Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables?
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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