Spicy Korean-Style Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze

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Thinly sliced pork stir-fried with crunchy vegetables and coated in a bold, spicy-sweet gochujang glaze, perfect over steamed rice. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 27 minutes pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, 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 3, 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.

★ 4.4 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Korean cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp sesame oil until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger; stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder to the skillet, spreading it out. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the pork is browned and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 sliced green bell pepper and 1 small sliced yellow onion to the pork, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour the prepared gochujang sauce over the pork and vegetables, tossing continuously for 1-2 minutes until everything is evenly coated and the sauce thickens.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 chopped scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving over steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Korean-Style Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 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 shoulder, thinly sliced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean-Style Pork Stir-Fry 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-Style Pork Stir-Fry with Gochujang Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 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.

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