Stir-Fried Korean Pork Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions

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Thinly sliced pork marinated in a sweet and savory bulgogi sauce, quickly stir-fried with garlic and scallions, and finished with toasted sesame seeds for a classic Korean dish. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 33 minutes pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp gochugaru if using. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated pork and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and slightly caramelized.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 sliced green onions (cut into 2-inch pieces) to the skillet and stir-fry together with the pork for 1-2 minutes until the scallions soften but remain bright green.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the pork before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Korean Pork Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 33 minutes (25 min prep + 8 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 Stir-Fried Korean Pork Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions?

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 Stir-Fried Korean Pork Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions?

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 Stir-Fried Korean Pork Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions 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 Stir-Fried Korean Pork Bulgogi with Sesame and Scallions?

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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