Spicy Asian Pork Mince Stir-Fry

picy Asian pork mince stir-fry made in a wok. Topped with fresh herbs, red chili, and sesame seeds. Quick, bold, and ready in 30 minutes!

This Spicy Asian Pork Mince Stir-Fry is a quick, bold, and satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Made with lean pork mince, garlic, ginger, chili, and soy-based sauce, it delivers all the flavor of your favorite takeout, ready in just 30 minutes. Serve it with rice, noodles, or a low-carb veggie base like cabbage or zucchini noodles for a versatile and delicious meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

500 g ground pork
2 tbsp canola oil
2 onions finely diced
2 garlic cloves minced
1 leek white part only, chopped
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1-2 tbsp Gochujang paste
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp maple syrup
100 ml approx. ¾ cup chicken stock
1 red chili finely chopped
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
½ cup chopped parsley or cilantro
3 - 5 spring onions finely chopped for garnish
Sliced red chilies for garnish

Instructions

Prep first: Bring the ground pork to room temperature. Wash and chop all vegetables and herbs in advance.
Brown the pork in two batches: Heat a wok over high heat until very hot. Add 1 tablespoon of oil. When the oil is hot, add half of the pork. Brown it until deeply caramelized, then transfer it to a bowl. Repeat with the second half of the pork using another tablespoon of oil.
Stir-fry the aromatics: Add the onions, garlic, leek, ginger, and red chilies. Stir-fry briefly until fragrant and the vegetables start to soften. Add the pork to the pan.
Add the flavor: Stir in the Gochujang paste, soy sauce, and maple syrup. Cook for about 1 minute to coat everything well.
Simmer: Pour in the chicken stock and sesame oil. Reduce the heat and let everything simmer gently until the vegetables are cooked and the sauce has slightly thickened.
Finish and serve: Stir in the toasted sesame seeds. Serve the stir-fry hot over steamed rice, topped with fresh herbs, spring onions, and extra red chili slices for a spicy kick.

Notes

Tips and Serving Ideas

Use pork with some fat: A slightly fattier ground pork gives this dish the best texture and balances the heat and saltiness from the gochujang and soy sauce.

Avoid lean meats—they can make the dish too dry or overly intense.

Gochujang is essential: This Korean chili paste brings both heat and a deep umami sweetness. Its unique flavor is central to the dish, so don’t substitute it.

Serve in lettuce cups: For a lighter, fresher option, spoon the hot pork mixture into crisp lettuce leaves. It pairs beautifully with raw bell pepper slices for added crunch.

Other serving ideas: Serve over steamed jasmine or basmati rice for a satisfying meal. You can also offer thinly sliced cucumbers or pickled vegetables on the side to contrast with the heat.

Garnish generously: Don’t skip the fresh herbs, scallions, sesame seeds, and extra chili slices—they add brightness and balance to the rich, spicy pork.

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