Spicy Korean Stir-Fried Pork with Kimchi and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

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Tender pork strips stir-fried with fiery gochujang and tangy kimchi, finished with fresh scallions for a punchy Korean classic. This Korean-inspired pork recipe (gluten free option), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, kimchi, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced pork shoulder
1 cup, chopped kimchi
2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, grated ginger
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp sugar
3, chopped scallions
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the pork is browned and cooked through.
Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 cup chopped kimchi. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens and coats the pork.
Step 4: Remove from heat, drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the dish, and toss in 3 chopped scallions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds.
Step 5: Serve immediately with steamed rice or wrapped in lettuce leaves.