Spicy Pork Stir-Fry Bibimbap with Pickled Radish

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A flavorful Korean mixed rice bowl featuring spicy stir-fried pork, pickled daikon radish, and crisp sautéed vegetables. This korean ready in about 50 minutes pairs short grain white rice, pork shoulder, thinly sliced, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 2 Korean cuisine 700 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 2 cups short grain white rice under cold water until clear, then cook with 2 1/4 cups water until tender, about 20 minutes; keep warm.
  2. Step 2: To quick-pickle the daikon, combine 1 cup thinly sliced daikon radish with 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tsp salt in a bowl. Toss and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 10 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until pork is mostly cooked.
  4. Step 4: Add 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sugar to the pork, stirring continuously for 3 minutes until pork is fully cooked and coated in a thick, spicy sauce; remove and set aside.
  5. Step 5: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil and sauté 1 medium julienned carrot for 3 minutes until tender-crisp; remove.
  6. Step 6: Add another 1 tbsp sesame oil and sauté 1 small julienned zucchini for 3 minutes until softened; remove.
  7. Step 7: Quickly sauté 1 cup bean sprouts in the skillet for 2 minutes with a pinch of salt; remove.
  8. Step 8: Fry 2 large eggs sunny-side up in a clean pan with 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium heat until whites are set and edges are slightly crispy, about 3 minutes.
  9. Step 9: To assemble, divide the cooked rice into two bowls. Arrange the spicy pork, carrot, zucchini, bean sprouts, and pickled daikon radish in separate sections on top. Place a fried egg in the center and drizzle with 1 tbsp sesame oil. Garnish with 1 tsp sesame seeds and chopped scallions. Mix all components thoroughly before eating.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Pork Stir-Fry Bibimbap with Pickled Radish take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Pork Stir-Fry Bibimbap with Pickled Radish?

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 short grain white rice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Pork Stir-Fry Bibimbap with Pickled Radish?

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 Pork Stir-Fry Bibimbap with Pickled Radish for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Pork Stir-Fry Bibimbap with Pickled Radish?

Korean korean 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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