Sweet and Spicy Korean-Style Pork Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-14 · Updated 2026-05-14

Tender pork strips stir-fried with a vibrant sauce of gochujang, garlic, and honey for a perfect balance of sweet and heat. This Korean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, thinly sliced pork shoulder
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add marinated pork strips and stir-fry for 6-8 minutes until pork is cooked through and edges start to caramelize.
3. Step 3: Drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil over the pork and toss to combine for 1 minute.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 3 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.