Spicy & Sweet Stir-Fried Pork (Jeyuk Bokkeum) – The Ultimate Rice Companion!
Stir-Fried Pork (Jeyuk Bokkeum)
Introducing Jeyuk Bokkeum, a beloved Korean dish that’s a true champion when it comes to accompanying rice! You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make this restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. Get ready for the delightful combination of chewy pork, crisp vegetables, and a rich, savory sauce that will have you devouring your rice in no time!
Main Ingredients- Pork (Pork Belly or Pork Shoulder) 200g
- Cabbage 2 large leaves (approx. 1/4 head)
- Onion 1/2 medium
- Garlic 4 cloves
- Green Onion (Scallion) 1/2 stalk
- Carrot 1/5 medium
- Cheongyang Pepper (Korean Hot Pepper) 1 (optional)
- Sake (or Mirin) – generously (for removing pork odor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all your vegetables. Thinly slice the onion, and thinly slice the garlic. Tear or chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Slice the green onion and Cheongyang pepper into long strips. Slice the carrot thinly and then cut it into three pieces for easy eating (about 1.5mm thick is ideal).
Step 2
Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces. Place the pork in a bowl. To remove any pork odor, pour in enough sake (or mirin) to generously cover the meat. Add a pinch of salt and sprinkle 2-3 times with black pepper. Mix lightly and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
Step 3
While the pork is marinating, let’s make the sauce! To the marinated pork, add Gochujang (2 Tbsp), Gochugaru (1/2 Tbsp), Soy Sauce (1/2 Tbsp), Sugar (1 Tbsp), Minced Garlic (1 Tbsp), and Sesame Oil (1 Tbsp). Mix everything together thoroughly with your hands, massaging the marinade into the meat. Let it marinate for another 20 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
Step 4
Now, let’s start cooking! Heat a pan over medium heat and add a little cooking oil. Add the sliced onion, cabbage, carrot, garlic, green onion, and Cheongyang pepper. Stir-fry until the vegetables are slightly softened and fragrant. This step is crucial for developing the flavors.
Step 5
Once the vegetables are lightly golden and the garlic is aromatic, add the marinated pork to the pan. Use a spatula to break up any clumps of pork and stir-fry, ensuring the pork and vegetables are well combined.
Step 6
Continue stir-frying over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to prevent the sauce from burning. The dish is ready when the sauce has thickened and coats the pork beautifully. Cooking it a bit longer will deepen the flavors even further. Cook until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 7
Transfer the perfectly stir-fried pork to a serving plate. Finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a delightful presentation! Enjoy this delicious Jeyuk Bokkeum with a bowl of hot rice.
