Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Pork Belly with Gochujang Glaze
Savor the bold flavors of tender pork belly slices stir-fried with a spicy-sweet gochujang glaze, finished with toasted sesame seeds. This Korean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork belly slices, gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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, 1/4-inch thick pork belly slices
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger to create the marinade. Add 1 lb sliced pork belly and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated pork belly slices in a single layer and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until edges are caramelized and pork is cooked through.
- Step 3: Drizzle 2 tsp sesame oil over the pork and toss for 1 minute to combine and enhance aroma. Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp sliced green onions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Pork Belly with Gochujang Glaze 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 Stir-Fried Pork Belly 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 pork belly slices from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Pork Belly 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 Stir-Fried Pork Belly 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 Stir-Fried Pork Belly 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.
