Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Gochujang Pork Stir-Fry)

Method

1. 1

   Whisk the gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sugar, garlic and ginger into a thick marinade.

2. 2

   Toss the pork through the marinade, cover, and marinate at least 20 minutes, or overnight in the fridge.

3. 3

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until it just starts to smoke.

4. 4

   Add the pork in a single layer and let it sit undisturbed 2 minutes before tossing, so the edges truly char instead of steam.

   💡 Resist stirring right away — the blackened edge is the entire point of jeyuk bokkeum.

5. 5

   Add the onion and cabbage and stir-fry 4 minutes more, until the pork is cooked through and the cabbage wilts but keeps its crunch.

6. 6

   Drizzle in the sesame oil, toss once, and scatter with spring onion and sesame seeds.

7. 7

   Serve immediately with rice and lettuce leaves for wrapping.