Name: Hairy Bikers Spicy Pork Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 500g pork mince (ground pork); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated; 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 4 spring onions, chopped; 1 tsp sesame seeds

This spicy Hairy Bikers Spicy Pork is made with savory pork mince, fiery gochujang chili paste, rich soy sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic. This recipe creates a quick and incredibly flavorful dish with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes. It’s the ideal meal for a busy weeknight when you’re craving big flavors and serves 4 people.

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Hairy Bikers Spicy Pork Ingredients

For the Pork:

500g (about 1.1 lbs) pork mince (ground pork)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the Sauce & Aromatics:

3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar

For the Vegetables & Garnish:

1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, deseeded and sliced
4 spring onions, chopped
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish

How To Make Hairy Bikers Spicy Pork

Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and brown sugar until well combined. Set the sauce aside.
Sauté the aromatics: Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until they become fragrant.
Brown the pork: Add the pork mince to the pan. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to break it up and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is browned all over and cooked through.
Cook the vegetables: Add the sliced onion and red bell pepper to the pan with the pork. Continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables have softened slightly but still have a bit of crunch.
Combine with the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the pork and vegetables. Stir everything together to ensure it is evenly coated. Allow the sauce to bubble away and thicken for 1-2 minutes.
Finish and serve: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in most of the chopped spring onions, saving some for garnish. Serve the spicy pork immediately over steamed rice, garnished with the remaining spring onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Recipe Tips

What is Gochujang? Gochujang is a fermented Korean chili paste that is a staple in Korean cooking. It has a unique sweet, savory, and spicy flavor. If you can’t find it, you can substitute it with a chili bean paste or a mix of sriracha and a teaspoon of miso paste.
Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: To get the pork nicely browned, use a large wok or frying pan. If the pan is too small, the pork will steam instead of fry, and you won’t get the same depth of flavor.
Prepare Everything First: This dish comes together very quickly. Have your sauce mixed and all your vegetables chopped before you start cooking. This method, called ‘mise en place’, makes the stir-frying process smooth and stress-free.
Adjust the Heat: You are in control of the spice level. If you prefer a milder dish, start with a little less gochujang. For a fiery kick, feel free to add a bit more.

What To Serve Spicy Pork

This versatile spicy pork is best served over a bed of fluffy steamed jasmine rice, which soaks up the delicious sauce perfectly. It’s also excellent with noodles or served in crisp lettuce cups for a lighter, low-carb option. To add some greens, serve it alongside steamed broccoli, bok choy, or a simple cucumber salad to provide a cool, refreshing contrast to the heat.

How To Store Spicy Pork Leftovers

Refrigerate: Allow the spicy pork to cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors can even deepen overnight.
Freeze: This dish freezes very well. Once cooled, place it in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly in a pan or microwave.

Hairy Bikers Spicy Pork Nutrition Facts

Calories: 410 kcal
Total Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 95mg
Sodium: 890mg
Total Carbohydrate: 16g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 10g
Protein: 28g

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different meat instead of pork? Absolutely. This recipe works wonderfully with ground chicken, turkey, or beef. Just adjust the cooking time as needed to ensure the meat is cooked through.
I can’t handle too much spice. Can I make it milder? Yes. The main source of heat is the gochujang. Simply reduce the amount to one or two tablespoons to lower the spice level while still getting that unique savory flavor.
Can I add more vegetables to this dish? Definitely! This is a great recipe for using up vegetables in your fridge. Sliced mushrooms, chopped carrots, water chestnuts, or baby corn would all be fantastic additions. Add them along with the onions and peppers.
Is there a good substitute for gochujang? If you can’t find gochujang, you can use Chinese chili bean paste (doubanjiang) for a similar savory heat. In a pinch, a mix of sriracha for heat and a teaspoon of miso paste for the fermented, savory depth can also work.

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