Lim Sung-geun's Spicy Pork Bulgogi
A spicy, clean, and bold stir-fried pork bulgogi made without gochujang, using only gochugaru and universal soy sauce for a rich flavor without heaviness.
🙋 Recommended for
- ⭐ Those who prefer dry, intensely stir-fried pork dishes with bold smoky flavor and no broth.
- ⭐ Ideal as a side dish for dinner, or as a spicy option for lettuce wraps or drinking snacks.
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Ingredients needed 🛒2 servings
- pork (for bulgogi) as needed
- universal soy sauce as needed
- medium-sized gochugaru (or cheongyang gochugaru) to taste
- sesame oil 2 tablespoons
Recipe 🍳
- Cut the pork into bite-sized pieces.
- Add universal soy sauce to the pork and mix well to marinate.
- Add generous amounts of medium gochugaru for vibrant color and spicy flavor, then mix thoroughly.
- Finish by drizzling 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Stir-fry quickly in a hot pan over high heat, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Slice the meat and marinate with universal soy sauce.
- Add gochugaru and sesame oil to achieve a red, spicy flavor.
- Stir-fry over high heat, ensuring it doesn’t burn, to develop a smoky taste.
Cooking tips 💡
- Since gochugaru balances saltiness, it’s better to use slightly more soy sauce than usual when making this version compared to regular soy sauce bulgogi.
- If the gochugaru starts to burn during stir-frying, add just 1–2 tablespoons of water to prevent burning and maintain a smooth, smoky texture even on high heat.





