Teresa's Recipes
Dwaeji Bulgogi - Korean Spicy Pork
Savor the taste of traditional Korean cuisine with this vibrant and tantalizing Dwaeji Bulgogi. This dish, also known as Korean Spicy Pork, marries the tender, juicy pork shoulder with a fiery marinade, creating an explosion of flavors. Infused with the sweetness of honey, the fresh tang of ginger, and the smoky heat of gochujang, each bite promises a delightful culinary journey. Served over freshly cooked rice, this stir-fry is adorned with a colorful medley of crisp bell peppers and onions, then sprinkled with toasty sesame seeds and green onions for an added layer of texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 500g, sliced Pork shoulder
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 inch piece, grated Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 large, thinly sliced Onion
- 1, thinly sliced Bell pepper
- 2, chopped Green onions
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 cups Cooked rice
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by combining the soy sauce, gochujang, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl.
- Add the sliced pork to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Allow it to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes, or ideally overnight for a deeper flavor infusion.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated pork and stir-fry for about 5 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
- Introduce the sliced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Sprinkle the dish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds, giving it a final toss to evenly distribute the garnishes.
- Serve your vibrant Korean spicy pork stir-fry over warm, cooked rice. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful meal straight from the heart of Korean culinary tradition.
Tips
- For an even more flavorful dish, marinate the pork overnight.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or zucchini for extra crunch and color.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your heat preference.