Spicy Korean-Style Pork Bulgogi with Gochujang

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

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Thinly sliced pork marinated in a spicy, sweet gochujang sauce, then grilled or pan-fried to caramelized perfection with a kick of heat. This Korean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs pork shoulder slices, gochujang (Korean red chili paste), soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 40 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz, thinly sliced pork shoulder slices
2 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 stalks, sliced thin green onion
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 3 minced garlic cloves to form a marinade.
Step 2: Add 14 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
Step 4: Add the marinated pork slices in a single layer, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until the edges caramelize and the pork is cooked through.
Step 5: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onion stalks and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.