Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Beef with Gochujang and Vegetables

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Tender strips of beef stir-fried with vibrant vegetables and a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce that brings Korean regional flavors to your table. This Korean-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 37 minutes, pairs gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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: 25 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tbsp gochujang, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and toss to coat. Marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just browned but not fully cooked.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 julienned carrot, 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 1 small thinly sliced white onion to the wok. Stir-fry with beef for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and beef is cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 sliced green onions and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds on top before serving with steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Beef with Gochujang and Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 37 minutes (25 min prep + 12 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Gochujang and 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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Beef with Gochujang and 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Gochujang and 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Gochujang and Vegetables?

Korean beef 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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