Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork Stir-Fry)

Name: Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork Stir-Fry)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork belly or shoulder, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste); 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes); 2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tsp granulated sugar; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced; 4 scallions, cut into 2-in pieces; 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

A fiery, garlicky Korean pork stir-fry where thinly sliced pork belly or shoulder is coated in a gochujang-soy marinade and flash-cooked with onion and scallions until caramelized and saucy. Plan ahead: marinate at least 20 minutes.

32 minEasyServes 4480 cal/serving

KoreanDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinLow Carb

Ingredients

2 lbs pork belly or shoulder, thinly sliced
1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 tsp granulated sugar
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
4 scallions, cut into 2-in pieces
2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes), 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, 2 tsp granulated sugar, 6 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger. Add 2 lbs thinly sliced pork belly or shoulder and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
2

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until nearly smoking.
3

Add 1 thinly sliced yellow onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
4

Add the marinated pork belly or shoulder in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 1 to 2 minutes to develop caramelization, then stir-fry until the pork is cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and the sauce is sticky, about 5 to 6 more minutes.
5

Toss in 4 cut into 2-in pieces scallions and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
6

Garnish with 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds and serve hot over steamed white rice.

Questions

Can I make Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork Stir-Fry) gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork Stir-Fry) keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork Stir-Fry)?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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