Spicy Stir-Fried Pork (Dwaejigogi-bokkeum)

I love how Maangchi has you throw all the ingredients right into the pan. No fuss with another bowl or time to marinade - and she’s right, it doesn’t need it. Serve with rice and some crunchy cool vegetables (a light cucumber salad would be amazing, or a simple salad). This is so rich and savory and comes together quickly - definitely a weeknight staple! Gochujang is a must, although you could use a little extra in place of the Korean Chile flakes if you can’t find them. I substituted a Serrano pepper for the Korean Chile and thought it was great. 10/10

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Combine the pork, hot pepper paste, hot pepper flakes, soy sauce, sugar, onion, garlic, ginger, scallion, black pepper, chili pepper, and sesame oil in a large skillet and mix together with a wooden spoon.

Step 2

Set the pan over high heat and stir-fry until the pork is cooked through but still juicy and the onion is caramelized, 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer to a serving plate, sprinkle with the sesame seeds, and serve.