Savory and Tender Pork Bulgogi (Mild & Spicy Options)
Savory and Tender Pork Bulgogi (Mild & Spicy Options)
Delicious Pork Bulgogi Recipe – Enjoyable Mild and Spicy Flavors
Create succulent and tender pork bulgogi at home with this easy recipe using pork shoulder. The harmony of sweet vegetables and savory sauce is outstanding, making it a perfect dish for any meal or as a delightful accompaniment to drinks.
Main Ingredients- Pork Shoulder (for Bulgogi) 1 handful (approx. 150-200g)
- Cabbage 1/4 head (about a handful, cut into large pieces)
- King Oyster Mushroom 1/2 (sliced thinly)
- Garlic 3 cloves (thinly sliced)
- Green Chili Pepper 1/2 (optional, diagonally sliced)
- Olive Oil 1/2 Tbsp
Seasoning- Mirin (or cooking wine) 1 Tbsp
- Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp
- Minced Ginger 1/5 Tbsp (or a pinch of ginger powder)
- Black Pepper to taste (a few grinds)
- Toasted Sesame Seeds 1 Tbsp
- Mirin (or cooking wine) 1 Tbsp
- Soy Sauce 2 Tbsp
- Minced Ginger 1/5 Tbsp (or a pinch of ginger powder)
- Black Pepper to taste (a few grinds)
- Toasted Sesame Seeds 1 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the pork shoulder for bulgogi. Gently pat dry any excess moisture with a paper towel for a cleaner taste without any gamey odor.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine the pork with 1 Tbsp of mirin, 2 Tbsp of soy sauce, 1/5 Tbsp of minced ginger, and a few grinds of black pepper. Gently mix with your hands until the marinade is evenly coated, then let it marinate for a short while.
Step 3
Prepare the vegetables. Cut the cabbage into large, bite-sized pieces similar in size to the pork. Slice the king oyster mushrooms in half lengthwise, then thinly slice them crosswise.
Step 4
Slice the garlic thinly (about 0.3cm thick) for a pleasant texture. If your ginger is roughly chopped, mince it finely for enhanced flavor. (Finely minced ginger releases more aroma.)
Step 5
Now, let’s start cooking. Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Spread the marinated pork evenly in the hot pan. Separate the pieces if they clump together, and stir-fry until both sides are golden brown and nicely seared.
Step 6
While the pork is cooking, you can stir-fry the prepared cabbage and king oyster mushrooms. Either in a separate pan or on one side of the pan if you’ve temporarily removed the pork, add about 1/2 Tbsp of olive oil and stir-fry the vegetables until they are slightly softened. (Cooking vegetables separately can help prevent excess water from accumulating.)
Step 7
Once the vegetables are partially cooked, add the sliced garlic and continue to stir-fry everything together. Cook until the garlic is fragrant and the ingredients are well combined. Taste the bulgogi and adjust the seasoning with a pinch of salt or a little more soy sauce if needed.
Step 8
For a touch of heat, add the diagonally sliced green chili peppers towards the end of cooking and stir-fry briefly. Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your preference.
Step 9
When all the ingredients are cooked through and the flavors have melded beautifully, turn off the heat. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds over the bulgogi for a final nutty aroma. Your delicious pork bulgogi is now ready to enjoy!
