red pepper powder 4 tablespoons (1 tablespoon for seasoning, 3 tablespoons for color)
mirin 2 tablespoons
corn syrup 4 tablespoons (1 tablespoon for seasoning, 3 tablespoons for finishing)
minced garlic 1 tablespoon
sesame oil 3 teaspoons (1 teaspoon for seasoning, 2 teaspoons for finishing)
crushed kiwi 2 tablespoons
Recipe 🍳
Cut onion into coarse pieces, slice carrot into strips, slice shiitake mushrooms using a fan cut, and chop green onion into 3–4cm lengths.
Cut tofu into large chunks. Remove the inside of the kimchi to reduce strong odors, squeeze out excess liquid, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
Slice belly pork into thick 1.5–2cm pieces to preserve texture and juiciness.
Mix together gochujang 2 tablespoons, red pepper powder 1 tablespoon, mirin 2 tablespoons, corn syrup 1 tablespoon, minced garlic 1 tablespoon, black pepper to taste, sesame oil 1 teaspoon, and crushed kiwi 2 tablespoons to make the marinade.
Heat vegetable oil 3 tablespoons and soju 5 tablespoons in a pan over high heat. Add belly pork and sear for 7 minutes until golden brown, then reduce heat to medium and cook for another 2 minutes to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Turn up the heat to high again, add sliced onion, carrot, and shiitake mushrooms, and stir-fry for 2 minutes until vegetables are fully cooked.
Add prepared kimchi and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Then add red pepper powder 3 tablespoons and continue stir-frying for 1 minute to develop a rich, appetizing color.
Add the pre-made marinade and green onion, then stir in 3 tablespoons of corn syrup and 2 teaspoons of sesame oil. Stir-fry over high heat for 2 minutes to finish.
Transfer the stir-fry to a serving bowl, top with large chunks of tofu, and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Prepare the vegetables, clean and remove the inside of the kimchi, and slice the belly pork thickly. Also prepare the kiwi marinade.
Heat oil and soju in a pan, sear the belly pork until crispy, then add the prepared vegetables, kimchi, and red pepper powder one after another, stir-frying over high heat.
Add the marinade, green onion, corn syrup, and sesame oil, then finish cooking. Serve with tofu on the side.
Cooking tips 💡
Remove as much moisture as possible from the kimchi by squeezing it well—this ensures a clean, non-greasy, and firm stir-fry without excess water.
Do not overuse kiwi or marinate too long, as this may soften the meat’s surface; stick to the recommended amount and time.
The kiwi in the marinade acts as a natural tenderizer, helping to keep the pork soft and juicy.
Recommended for 🙋
⭐Those curious about the secret recipe for deep, rich, and savory pork stir-fry like a famous restaurant.
⭐Those who want pork with no off-flavors, crispy outside, and juicy inside.
⭐Fans of the perfect combination of tofu, kimchi, and thick-cut pork as a hearty side dish or bar snack.