Stir-Fried Korean Pork with Bell Peppers and Gochujang

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Quick stir-fried pork tenderloin strips tossed with colorful bell peppers and a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce for a vibrant and satisfying meal. This korean-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs minced garlic cloves, minced ginger, gochujang (Korean chili paste) 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound sliced pork tenderloin strips and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Push pork to the side, then add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger to the pan, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced green bell pepper, and 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until peppers are crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp brown sugar. Pour sauce into the skillet and toss to coat pork and peppers evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Korean Pork with Bell Peppers and Gochujang take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 with Bell Peppers and Gochujang?

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 minced garlic cloves from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Korean Pork with Bell Peppers and Gochujang?

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 with Bell Peppers and Gochujang 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 with Bell Peppers and Gochujang?

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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