Spicy Korean-Style Pork Stir Fry with Cabbage
Quick stir fry featuring tender pork strips tossed with crunchy cabbage and a spicy gochujang sauce. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced pork shoulder, shredded green cabbage, sesame oil 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 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, thinly sliced pork shoulder
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 2, sliced scallions
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until browned and cooked through.
- Step 3: Add 3 cups shredded green cabbage to the skillet and stir fry for 3-4 minutes until cabbage softens but retains some crunch.
- Step 4: Pour the gochujang sauce over the pork and cabbage, stirring well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and glazes the meat and vegetables.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Korean-Style Pork Stir Fry with Cabbage 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-Style Pork Stir Fry with Cabbage?
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 thinly sliced pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean-Style Pork Stir Fry with Cabbage?
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-Style Pork Stir Fry with Cabbage 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-Style Pork Stir Fry with Cabbage?
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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