Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Pork (Jeyuk Bokkeum)
The Ultimate Golden Recipe for Delicious Stir-Fried Pork (Jeyuk Bokkeum)
This recipe is perfect for busy individuals living alone or for anyone wanting to impress their family with a delicious Jeyuk Bokkeum. Invest just 3 minutes to unlock the golden recipe and all the secret tips! Detailed recipe instructions are available in the comments. You’ll be able to serve a fantastic meal that’s perfect for a quick dinner or even for guests.
Main Ingredients
- 1 large scallion, cut into thick pieces
- 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, cut into large pieces
- 2 Korean green chilies (Cheongyang peppers), diagonally sliced
- 1/2 bell pepper, cut into large pieces
- 400g pork (neck or belly)
Spicy and Sweet Sauce Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp oligodang (corn syrup)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp oligodang (corn syrup)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s prepare the ingredients for the golden Jeyuk Bokkeum recipe! First, cut the scallion into thick pieces. The fresh flavor of scallions helps remove any gamey smell from the pork and enhances its overall taste. Cut the onion into large chunks as well. The subtle sweetness and clean aroma of onions will elevate the quality of your Jeyuk Bokkeum. Diagonally slice the Korean green chilies to add a pleasant spiciness and aroma. Thinly slice the garlic; if you love garlic flavor, feel free to add more!
Step 2
Now, let’s make the Jeyuk Bokkeum sauce! The recipe is simple: 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of gochugaru, 1 tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon of oligodang. Mix them all together in a bowl. Even though the ingredients are easy to find and the preparation is quick, the resulting flavor is incredibly rich and satisfying.
Step 3
Time to start cooking the Jeyuk Bokkeum! Add a moderate amount of cooking oil to a pan and heat it over medium heat. Before adding the pork, let’s stir-fry the sliced garlic first. Once the garlic turns golden brown, its pungent aroma will meld beautifully with the pork, creating a more delicious Jeyuk Bokkeum.
Step 4
Once the garlic has a nice golden hue, add the prepared pork slices to the pan.
Step 5
Add sugar to the pork. This helps tenderize the meat and adds a touch of sweetness that balances the spiciness.
Step 6
Stir-fry the pork and sugar together until well combined. Then, add some black pepper to further season the Jeyuk Bokkeum. If you have ginger (powdered or fresh), adding a little bit at this stage is highly recommended for an extra layer of flavor.
Step 7
Now for the main event: stir-frying the Jeyuk Bokkeum! Once the pork is browned and cooked to a nice color, pour in all the prepared sauce. Stir-fry everything together until the sauce coats the pork evenly and starts to thicken slightly. Then, add all the prepped vegetables from the golden recipe.
Step 8
Finally, stir-fry the vegetables with the pork until the onions become tender and translucent. To maximize the nutty aroma and flavor, drizzle in sesame oil and sprinkle sesame seeds over the Jeyuk Bokkeum just before serving. This dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, with flavors everyone will love!
