Time-Saving Spicy Pork Bulgogi
How to Make Spicy Pork Bulgogi with Thinly Sliced Pork Neck from the Freezer
I tried making spicy pork bulgogi using thinly sliced pork neck from the freezer! This recipe doesn’t require marinating the meat beforehand, which significantly cuts down on cooking time. Enjoy a delicious and quick meal!
Main Ingredients- 500g thinly sliced pork neck (pre-sliced for bulgogi is recommended)
- 1/2 onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 green onion (chopped)
Sauce Ingredients- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 4 Tbsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (adds gloss and sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- A pinch of black pepper
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 4 Tbsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (adds gloss and sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- A pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the sauce, which is the key to delicious spicy pork bulgogi. In a bowl, combine 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 4 Tbsp red pepper flakes, 1 Tbsp sugar, 2 Tbsp corn syrup, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are combined. Letting the sauce sit for a bit will deepen its flavor.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the vegetables that will add flavor to the bulgogi. Finely chop the 1/2 green onion. This will help in creating fragrant green onion oil later. Wash the 1/2 onion, peel it, and thinly slice it into strips about 0.5cm thick.
Step 3
Heat 3 Tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the chopped green onions and sauté them to release their aroma into the oil, creating green onion oil. Be careful not to burn the green onions.
Step 4
Once the oil is fragrant with green onion aroma, add the thinly sliced pork neck. Using thinly sliced pork is best as it absorbs the sauce well and prevents burning. While other cuts of pork can be used, thinner slices are recommended for this spicy bulgogi style to avoid the sauce from charring.
Step 5
Stir-fry the pork over medium-low heat until it changes color and is cooked through. As the pork cooks, it will release juices, which contribute to the rich flavor of the bulgogi.
Step 6
Once the pork is mostly cooked, add the sliced onions to the pan and stir-fry them together with the pork.
Step 7
Increase the heat slightly to medium and stir-fry until the onions become translucent and tender. The sweetness of the onions will meld with the pork, creating an even more delicious bulgogi.
Step 8
When the onions are slightly wilted and tender, add all of the prepared sauce to the pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly to ensure the sauce coats the pork and vegetables evenly. It’s important to keep stirring to prevent burning.
Step 9
When the bulgogi becomes glossy and well-coated with the sauce, sprinkle generously with sesame seeds for garnish. The nutty sesame seeds will further enhance the flavor of the dish.
Step 10
Voila! Your delicious spicy pork bulgogi is ready. This recipe uses red pepper flakes instead of gochujang (red pepper paste), resulting in a clean, spicy, and sweet flavor without being overwhelming. It’s so addictive, you’ll finish a bowl of rice in no time! Enjoy your meal!
