Spicy & Sweet Stir-Fried Pork (Jeyuk Bokkeum)
Authentic Jeyuk Bokkeum: A Delicious Korean Classic
Master the art of Jeyuk Bokkeum, a beloved Korean dish featuring tender pork stir-fried in a vibrant, savory, and slightly sweet gochujang-based sauce. This recipe provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to achieving a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special occasion!
Main Ingredients- 400g thinly sliced pork for stir-fry (shoulder or belly recommended)
- 1 large green onion
- 1/2 medium onion
- A small amount of carrot
- 2 Korean chili peppers (adjust to your spice preference)
Flavorful Marinade- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (regular soy sauce is fine)
- 2.5 Tbsp Korean chili paste (gochujang)
- 1.5 Tbsp Korean chili powder (gochugaru, for color and heat)
- 1 heaped Tbsp minced garlic (generous amount is key!)
- 2 Tbsp plum extract or syrup (adds sweetness and depth)
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar (granulated sugar can be substituted)
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3 Tbsp cooking wine or mirin (to remove pork odor and tenderize)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (regular soy sauce is fine)
- 2.5 Tbsp Korean chili paste (gochujang)
- 1.5 Tbsp Korean chili powder (gochugaru, for color and heat)
- 1 heaped Tbsp minced garlic (generous amount is key!)
- 2 Tbsp plum extract or syrup (adds sweetness and depth)
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar (granulated sugar can be substituted)
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3 Tbsp cooking wine or mirin (to remove pork odor and tenderize)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing all your vegetables. Wash them thoroughly. Slice the green onion diagonally. Slice the onion into thin strips. Thinly slice or julienne the carrot. Slice the Korean chili peppers diagonally. You can also add red chili peppers for extra color and flavor if desired.
Step 2
Place the thinly sliced pork into a mixing bowl. For a cleaner taste, you can gently pat the pork with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Step 3
Add all the prepared marinade ingredients to the bowl with the pork. Ensure you include the soy sauce, gochujang, gochugaru, minced garlic, plum extract, brown sugar, black pepper, and cooking wine.
Step 4
Put on a pair of disposable gloves and gently massage the marinade into the pork and vegetables. Ensure everything is evenly coated. Continue to knead and mix for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld deeply into the meat.
Step 5
Heat a skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the marinated pork and all the prepared vegetables to the hot pan. Spread the ingredients evenly to ensure they cook properly.
Step 6
Turn the heat up to high and stir-fry everything until the pork is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender yet still slightly crisp. This quick, high-heat cooking will lock in the flavors. Serve hot over steamed rice, or enjoy as lettuce wraps (ssam). Enjoy your delicious homemade Jeyuk Bokkeum!
