Spicy Pork Rice

Spicy Pork Rice is a flavorful Korean dish featuring tender marinated pork served over a bed of steaming rice, topped with vibrant vegetables and a spicy gochujang sauce. This dish brings a delightful balance of heat and umami, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder - 300 grams, thinly sliced
• Cooked jasmine rice - 1 cup (200 grams)
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 small, julienned
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, for garnish
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create a marinade.
2. Add the thinly sliced pork to the marinade, mix well, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. While the pork is marinating, prepare the vegetables by julienning the carrot and cucumber, and chopping the green onions.
4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the marinated pork along with the marinade and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
5. While the pork is cooking, reheat the cooked jasmine rice if necessary.
6. To serve, place a generous scoop of rice on each plate, top with the spicy pork mixture, and arrange the julienned carrot and cucumber on the side.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from sesame oil, which can support heart health.

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