Spicy & Sweet Gochujang Pork Stir-fry (Pressure Cooker)
Effortless Pressure Cooker Gochujang Pork Stir-fry Recipe: Perfect for Any Occasion
Enjoy a restaurant-favorite at home with a simplified and mess-free approach! This Gochujang Pork Stir-fry uses a pressure cooker to achieve tender, flavorful pork coated in a delicious spicy-sweet sauce. Say goodbye to splattered oil and hello to an incredibly moist and delicious dish. The addition of large, sliced onions adds a natural sweetness that complements the savory pork perfectly. This recipe is so easy and satisfying, it’s sure to become a go-to for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Let your pressure cooker do the work for a truly impressive meal!
Main Ingredients- 500g Pork Neck or Shoulder (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 large Onion (thickly sliced)
- 2 Green Onions (cut into 3-4cm lengths; separate white and green parts)
- 5 Korean Red Chili Peppers (Cheongyang) (sliced diagonally)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the pork: cut 500g of pork neck or shoulder into bite-sized pieces. If the pieces are too large, they may take longer to cook, so aim for manageable sizes.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the cut pork with all the seasoning ingredients: 2 Tbsp Gochujang, 1 Tbsp Gochugaru, 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce, 3 Tbsp Mirin, 1 Tbsp Plum Extract, 1 Tbsp Sugar, 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil, 1/2 tsp Black Pepper, and 1.5 Tbsp Minced Garlic. Mix everything thoroughly until the pork is evenly coated with the marinade.
Step 3
Let the marinated pork sit for a while. If you have time, letting it marinate for about 15 minutes will enhance the flavor.
Step 4
Prepare the vegetables: thickly slice the large onion. Cut the green onions into 3-4cm lengths; set aside the white parts for cooking and the green parts for garnish later. Slice the 5 Korean red chili peppers diagonally for a spicy kick.
Step 5
Now, it’s time for the pressure cooker. Spread half of the sliced onion and the white parts of the green onions evenly at the bottom of the inner pot. This prevents the pork from sticking and helps it cook more moistly.
Step 6
Layer the marinated pork evenly over the vegetables, spreading it out as much as possible. It’s important to ensure the meat is in a single layer rather than clumped together. Clumped meat can cook unevenly.
Step 7
Cover the pork with the remaining sliced onion and white parts of the green onions. The vegetables will release moisture and sweetness, tenderizing the pork.
Step 8
Close the pressure cooker lid and select the ‘Multi-cook’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ function. Set it to ‘Multi-cook’ for 15 minutes. (Refer to your pressure cooker’s manual for the exact function name, usually found under ‘Steam’ or ‘Meat’ settings.)
Step 9
Once the 15-minute multi-cook cycle is complete, wait for the pressure to release naturally before opening the lid. (Ensure all steam has escaped for safety.)
Step 10
Open the lid to check the pork and vegetables. Gently stir everything together. If the center of the pork seems slightly undercooked, don’t worry! You can add a few more minutes using the ‘Multi-cook’ function (about 5-10 minutes) to finish cooking. (If you spread the meat evenly in step 5, this extra step might not be necessary.)
Step 11
Finally, add the reserved green parts of the green onions and the sliced red chili peppers. Stir gently to combine. This adds fresh color, aroma, and a touch of heat to the dish. Your Pressure Cooker Gochujang Pork Stir-fry is now complete!
Step 12
The result is a wonderfully clean cooking experience with no oil splatters. The pork is incredibly tender and flavorful, infused with the gochujang sauce, and balanced by the sweetness of the onions. This dish looks as good as it tastes, perfect for serving directly from the cooker.
Step 13
Serve generously over a bowl of steamed rice for a delicious and satisfying Pork Stir-fry Rice Bowl (Jeyuk Deopbap). It’s a fantastic, hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy!
