Jeyuk Bokkeum – Spicy Korean Stir-fried Pork in English

 Intro Paragraph : Jeyuk Bokkeum is a spicy stir-fried pork dish bursting with flavor. Learn how to cook it from scratch with this easy English guide.


🔥 Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-fried Pork) Recipe & Nutrition


🥢 1. Ingredients (Serves 2-3)

Main Ingredients

  • Pork (Pork Belly or Shoulder) – 400g (thinly sliced)
  • Onion – 1/2 (sliced)
  • Carrot – 1/2 (julienned)
  • Cabbage – 1/4 head (chopped)
  • Green onion – 2 stalks (cut into 5cm pieces)
  • Green chili (optional) – 1 (sliced)
  • Sesame seeds – 1 tsp (for garnish)
  • Sesame oil – 1 tbsp (for finishing)

Spicy Marinade (Sauce)

  • Gochujang (Korean red chili paste) – 2 tbsp
  • Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) – 1 tbsp
  • Soy sauce – 2 tbsp
  • Sugar – 1 tbsp (or honey)
  • Minced garlic – 1 tbsp
  • Minced ginger – 1 tsp
  • Mirin or Cooking Wine – 1 tbsp
  • Black pepper – a pinch

👩‍🍳 2. Cooking Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate the Pork

  • Mix gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, mirin, and black pepper to make the marinade.
  • Add the sliced pork and coat well. Let it sit for at least 20 minutes.

2️⃣ Stir-fry the Pork

  • Heat a pan over medium-high heat and stir-fry the marinated pork for 5-7 minutes.
  • Add onions, carrots, cabbage, and green chili and continue cooking for 3-5 more minutes.

3️⃣ Finish & Serve

  • Once the pork is fully cooked and coated with sauce, add sesame oil and green onions.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.
  • Enjoy with steamed rice, lettuce wraps (ssam), or a fried egg on top!


💪 3. Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, ~250g)

NutrientAmount
Calories500-600 kcal
Protein30g (rich in pork)
Fat25g (depends on pork cut)
Carbohydrates30g (from sauce & vegetables)
Sodium~900-1000mg (from soy sauce & gochujang)
Key BenefitsHigh in protein & iron → Great for energy & muscle recovery

💡 Jeyuk Bokkeum is a flavorful and spicy Korean stir-fried pork dish, perfect for pairing with rice or lettuce wraps! 🔥🥢

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