Spicy Korean-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Gochujang Sauce
Tender pork slices stir-fried in a spicy, savory gochujang sauce with garlic and green onions for bold Korean flavors. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 30 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 320 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to create the marinade.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 4: Add the marinated pork slices to the skillet in a single layer and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pork is cooked through and caramelized on the edges.
- Step 5: Stir in 3 sliced green onions and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top.
- Step 7: Serve hot with steamed rice or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a flavorful Korean meal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Korean-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Gochujang Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Stir-Fried Pork with Gochujang Sauce?
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 Stir-Fried Pork with Gochujang Sauce?
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 Stir-Fried Pork with Gochujang Sauce 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 Stir-Fried Pork with Gochujang Sauce?
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.
