Korean Pork Strips

Savor the bold and vibrant flavors of Korean Pork Strips, a quick and easy recipe that brings authentic Korean cuisine to your table in just 30 minutes! Tender pork tenderloin is thinly sliced and marinated in a savory-sweet mix of soy sauce, gochujang (Korean chili paste), honey, garlic, and ginger, ensuring every bite is packed with umami goodness and a gentle spicy kick. Pan-seared to perfection and optionally glazed with a thickened marinade, this dish is irresistibly succulent and perfect for pairing with steamed rice, crunchy lettuce wraps, or traditional Korean banchan. Finished with a garnish of fresh scallions and toasty sesame seeds, Korean Pork Strips is the ultimate weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing party dish that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork tenderloin
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 2 scallions, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the pork tenderloin and slice it into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, gochujang, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade.

Step 3

Add the pork strips to the marinade, making sure every piece is well coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Remove the pork strips from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off, and add them to the hot skillet in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan).

Step 6

Cook the pork strips for about 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 7

Optional: Pour the remaining marinade into the skillet and bring to a boil. Cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened, then toss the cooked pork back into the skillet to coat in the sauce.

Step 8

Transfer the pork strips to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.

Step 9

Serve hot with steamed rice, lettuce wraps, or your favorite Korean side dishes (banchan).

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(680.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1253.5

Total Fat 61.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.9g
Cholesterol 308.4mg	0%
Sodium 4024.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 41.6g
Protein 120.5g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 182.0mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 2526.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.5%

Protein: 37.7%

Carbs: 18.8%