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    Home » Recipes » Mains » Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork)

    Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork)

    Last Modified: May 2, 2022 - Published by: christieathome - Comments: 2 Comments

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    Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork). Tender pork stir-fried in a spicy, sweet and savoury gochujang sauce with onions, carrots, and garlic.  Ready in 25 minutes!

    Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork)

    Whenever I think of Korean BBQ, this spicy Korean pork bulgogi is one of the first meat dishes that comes to my mind. The spicy and sweet flavours from the gochujang really make this pork dish stand out from many others as it offers a barbeque-like taste, without even using the grill!

    Why make my Korean stir fried spicy pork?

    There are many Korean pork recipes online, but you should make mine because it’s:

    • Flavour packed
    • Extremely easy to make
    • Made in less than 25 minutes!
    • No marinating time
    • Cooked in one skillet!
    • Options to make this dish tastier or healthier, or spicier
    Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork)

    Easy Korean Spicy Pork

    This Korean spicy pork bulgogi recipe is so easy and is so delicious your eyes will be rolling to the back of your head! It’s made in one pan in 25 minutes with a couple of options to make this spicier or milder and healthier or more indulgent.

    In addition, there is no Korean spicy pork marinade involved! We are simply frying the pork, onions and carrots and then adding the sauce to cook the ingredients and that’s it! There is no marinating time!

    Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork)

    What you’ll need

    For this recipe you will need the following jeyuk bokkeum ingredients:

    • pork shoulder (thinly sliced) as shown in image, or for a more indulgent version substitute with 50% pork belly and 50% pork shoulder
    • vegetable oil, or any neutral tasting oil
    • yellow onion
    • green onions
    • carrot
    • sesame seeds, optional
    • regular cabbage
    Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork) ingredients
    *I'm using pre-sliced hot pot style pork shoulder here

    Jeyuk bokkeum sauce:

    • regular soy sauce, not light or dark soy sauce
    • garlic
    • brown sugar
    • mirin
    • sesame oil
    • gochujang
    • gochugaru
    • black pepper
    ingredients

    How to make Korean Spicy Pork

    Below are brief steps with visuals to show you how to make Korean jeyuk bokkeum. Please scroll down to the recipe card below to find full instructions and details.

    Thinly slice pork shoulder. Tip: Freeze pork shoulder for 30 minutes and it’ll be easier to cut thinly.

    In a bowl, mix sauce ingredients. Set aside.

    Over low medium heat, add oil. Fry pork until 50% cooked.

    Mix in onions and carrots. Cook for 1-2 minutes.

    Mix in sauce.

    Cook until sauce thickens slightly, uncovered.

    Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Remove off heat. Enjoy!

    Cooking Tips

    Below are tips on making jeyuk-bokkeum:

    Freeze pork for 30 minutes to cut thinly

    When you freeze it, it’ll turn a bit hard, but it’ll be much easier to cut your pork thinly.

    Buy Hot Pot Style Pork Shoulder to make it easier!

    Alternatively, to make things even easier, buy hot pot style pork shoulder at the Asian market which is thinly pre-sliced for you! Just be cautious not to overcook it since it’s sliced very thinly.

    hot pot style pork

    For best taste, use 50/50 Pork Shoulder and Pork Belly

    If you prefer a tastier more indulgent Korean spicy pork recipe, use 50% pork shoulder and 50% pork belly. The fat from the pork belly elevates this dish to the next level!

    For a healthier Korean spicy pork stir fry recipe

    Use pork shoulder with a bit of fat running through it. This will be leaner but healthier.

    To make this dish healthier

    You can also add regular chopped cabbage to my Korean spicy pork BBQ recipe to make it healthier and more balanced!

    Pre-mix sauce prior to cooking

    This will allow for an even distribution of the sauce ingredients through your meat

    Do not overcook the pork shoulder

    If you overcook the pork shoulder, it will indeed become dry. Therefore, low and slow over low-medium heat is the key!

    No need to caramelize the onions

    Since it’s being cooked down into the sauce, there’s no need to caramelize the onions.

    Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork)

    FAQ

    Below are frequently asked questions about this jeyuk bokkeum recipe:

    Can I use another cut of pork?

    Yes, as long it’s boneless, cut thinly and has some fat running through it. The fat is essential to making this dish taste tender and juicy.

    What is a substitute for mirin?

    If you can’t find this ingredient, omit altogether and adding more brown sugar to taste for this Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork).

    Where can I buy gochujang and gochugaru?

    Most Asian grocers and 100% Korean grocers will carry these items.

    What can I do with the rest of my gochugaru?

    Freeze it in a zip lock bag! It will last for years! No joke!

    What is Jeyuk?

    It means Pork in Korean.

    What is Bokkeum in Korean?

    It means to stir fry.

    Other recipes you may like!

    If you enjoyed this jeyuk bokkeum stir fried pork, you may enjoy these other recipes:

    BULGOGI (KOREAN BBQ BEEF)
    AIR FRYER KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN
    SWEET STICKY KOREAN CHICKEN
    KOREAN BULGOGI CHICKEN WINGS
    KOREAN PORK BELLY LETTUCE WRAPS
    PORK BELLY KIMCHI FRIED RICE

    Try it!

    Well, I hope you give my Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork) a try! It always excites me when you make my recipes and I hope this is one you try and most importantly, enjoy.

    Sharing is caring

    If you enjoyed my Korean BBQ spicy pork, please share it with your family and friends or on social media! Take a picture of your re-creation and make sure to tag me @ChristieAtHome in your feed or stories as I would love to see it!

    Did you enjoy it?

    If you genuinely enjoyed my Korean spicy fried pork, please leave a 5-star review. I would greatly appreciate it 🙂

    Take care,
    Christie

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    Easy Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork)

    christieathome
    Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork). Tender pork stir-fried in a spicy, sweet and savoury gochujang sauce with onions, carrots, and garlic. Ready in 25 minutes!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course dinner, lunch
    Cuisine korean
    Servings 4
    Calories 263 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 600 grams pork shoulder thinly sliced, OR for an indulgent version substitute with half pork belly and half pork shoulder
    • 2 tsp vegetable oil or any neutral tasting oil
    • ½ yellow onion julienned
    • 1 stalk green onions finely chopped
    • 1 cup carrot peeled and thinly sliced

    Optional:

    • ½ tsp sesame seeds
    • 1 cup cabbage chopped

    Jeyuk bokkeum sauce:

    • 2.5 tbsp regular soy sauce not light or dark soy sauce
    • 2 tbsp garlic minced
    • 2 tbsp brown sugar
    • 2 tbsp mirin
    • 1.5 tbsp sesame oil
    • 1.5 tbsp gochujang or 2 tbsp for very spicy
    • 1 tsp gochugaru or 2 tsp for very spicy
    • ¼ tsp black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Thinly slice pork shoulder. Tip: Freeze pork shoulder for 30 minutes and it’ll be easier to cut thinly.
    • In a bowl, mix sauce ingredients. Set aside.
    • Over low medium heat in a large pan, add oil. Fry pork until only 50% cooked.
    • Mix in onions and carrots (and optionally cabbage). Cook for 1 minute.
    • Mix in sauce. Cook until sauce thickens slightly, uncovered. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Remove off heat. Enjoy!

    NOTES

    Tip: For a much easier and quicker preparation time, buy hot pot style or pre-cut pork shoulder which is available at most Asian grocers. 
    Enjoyed my recipe?Please leave a 5 star review (be kind)! Tag me on social media @christieathome as I'd love to see your creations!

    Suggested Equipment & Products

    Large Non-Stick Pan
    Measuring Set
    Tongs
    Cutting Board
    Santoku Knife
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    Nutrition
    Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 801mg | Potassium: 555mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 5560IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. Alexandra

      May 10, 2022 at 8:29 pm

      5 stars
      I am in love! It was perfectly flavourful and just enough spice but not too much. I can’t wait to make this again.

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      • christieathome

        May 10, 2022 at 8:43 pm

        Thanks for making my recipe! Glad you enjoyed it! ☺️

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