Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork Bulgogi With Pears)

Name: Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork Bulgogi With Pears)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork shoulder or 2 lbs pork belly, thinly sliced; 3 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 small onion, thinly sliced; Marinade; 6 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste; 3 tablespoons rice wine or 3 tablespoons mirin; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon corn syrup or 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 3 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 4 tablespoons grated Asian pears or 4 tablespoons grated apples; Serve with; lettuce leaf

Servings: persons

2 lbs pork shoulder or 2 lbs pork belly, thinly sliced
3 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 small onion, thinly sliced
Marinade
6 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
3 tablespoons rice wine or 3 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon corn syrup or 1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
4 tablespoons grated Asian pears or 4 tablespoons grated apples
Serve with
lettuce leaf

1
Combine the meat, scallions, and onion in a medium bowl.
2
Combine the marinade ingredients in a small bowl, mixing together well, and pour over the meat.
3
Mix everything together well - I find this works best with your hands. Cover and let stand an hour. (If it will stand longer, place in the refrigerator).
4
Grill or pan grill. If using a skillet, put a little neutral oil and sesame oil in the heated skillet. Do not crowd the meat, as it will then steam - cook in batches. Cook until the meat is a bit caramelized - perhaps 5 or 6 minutes.
5
Serve with lettuce, rolling the cooked mixture into the leaves. I like Boston or another leafy lettuce for this, as it rolls easily, but romaine works, too.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs pork shoulder or 2 lbs pork belly, thinly sliced, 3 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces, 1 small onion, thinly sliced, Marinade, and more.

Yes, Jeyuk Bokkeum (Spicy Pork Bulgogi With Pears) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!