Spicy Korean-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables

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Tender strips of pork stir-fried with crunchy vegetables in a bold gochujang and soy sauce glaze, perfect for a quick, flavorful meal. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 37 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 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons gochujang, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1 pound thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat. Marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add marinated pork slices to the skillet in a single layer and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 medium julienned carrot and 1 medium sliced green bell pepper, stir-frying together with the pork for 3 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 3 chopped green onions and cook for an additional 1 minute. Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds before serving over steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Korean-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 37 minutes (25 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 Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables?

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 from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Korean-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Vegetables?

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 Vegetables 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 Vegetables?

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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