Spicy Korean-Style Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang and Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

A quick and vibrant Korean pork stir-fry featuring tender pork strips cooked with spicy gochujang sauce and crisp vegetables for a satisfying meal. This Korean-inspired gluten-free recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, 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 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, thinly sliced pork shoulder
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, grated ginger
• 1 medium, sliced onion
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 1 medium, sliced green bell pepper
• 2 stalks, chopped scallions
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder with 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Mix well and marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add marinated pork to the wok in a single layer and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until pork is browned and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Add 1 medium sliced onion, 1 large julienned carrot, and 1 medium sliced green bell pepper. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 chopped scallions and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving hot with steamed rice or lettuce wraps.