The 'Spicy
Pork Stir-fry' Golden Recipe Favored by Park Eun-bin and Cha Eun-woo (Tips for
a Perfect Rice Thief)
This post introduces a golden recipe and cooking tips for perfectly recreating the spicy pork stir-fry (Jeyuk Bokkeum) featured in the drama 'The Wonder Fools' using ingredients available at local U.S. grocery stores
Do you follow the hit drama [The Wonder Fools], the most
anticipated show of the second half of 2026? Watching the dynamic performances
of Park Eun-bin and Cha Eun-woo is a perfect way to relieve stress after a long
day.
Did you notice the scene where the protagonists sit together after work or
on the weekend, enjoying Spicy Pork Stir-fry (Jeyuk Bokkeum)? Every time
that scene airs, I'm sure many of you have thought, "That's exactly what I
need for dinner tonight!" This dish is a true Korean soul food and the
ultimate energy booster. Today, I’m sharing the Golden Recipe
for Spicy Pork Stir-fry so you can recreate the drama's flavor right in
your own kitchen.
1. Spicy Pork Stir-fry Golden
Recipe (Prep & Cook Time: 20 mins)
Jeyuk Bokkeum might look simple, but the secret lies in the ratio of the
sauce and removing the gamey odor from the pork. Here is how to get that
restaurant-quality taste in just 20 minutes.
[Ingredients]
- Main: 600g Pork Shoulder or Pork
Butt (thinly sliced)
- Vegetables: 1 Onion, 1 Green Onion, 2
Jalapeños (or Korean chili peppers), a dash of carrots
- Sauce: 2 tbsp Gochujang (Korean
chili paste), 3 tbsp Chili powder, 3 tbsp Soy sauce, 1 tbsp Minced garlic,
1 tbsp Sugar, 1 tbsp Oligosaccharide (or honey), a pinch of black pepper,
1 tbsp Sesame oil
[Instructions]
- Marinate the Meat: Mix the thinly sliced pork
with black pepper and minced garlic. Let it sit for 10 minutes. This is
the crucial step to remove any odor and ensure the meat is well-seasoned.
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix all the sauce
ingredients together. Letting the sauce sit for 5 minutes allows the chili
powder to hydrate, creating a deeper, richer flavor.
- Prep the Vegetables: Slice the onion into 0.5cm
strips and chop the green onions and chili peppers diagonally.
- Sauté: Heat up a pan and stir-fry the marinated pork
first. When the meat is about 80% cooked, add the vegetables. (Adding them
too early can make them soggy!)
- Finish: Add the sauce and stir-fry
quickly over high heat. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with
toasted sesame seeds to finish!
2. Pro-Tips for the Best Jeyuk
Bokkeum
- High Heat is Key: If the pan cools down, the
meat will release water, making the dish watery and bland. Always cook
over high heat to lock in the juices and add a "smoky"
wok-fired flavor.
- Energy Booster: Just like the characters in
the drama, pair this with a cold beer or a bowl of steaming hot rice for
the perfect weekend meal.
- The Lettuce Wrap (Ssam): Place a
slice of pork, a piece of garlic, and a dab of sauce onto a lettuce or
perilla leaf. Wrap it up and take a big bite—you’ll feel like you’re right at the drama’s filming location!
3. Shopping for Ingredients in
the U.S.
For those of you living in the U.S. (like in Cypress, Orange County), you
can easily find everything you need at local markets.
- H-Mart / Zion Market (Korean Markets): You can
simply ask for "Pork for Spicy Stir-fry," and they will provide
pre-sliced, perfect-cut meat. You can also find all the essential sauces
like Gochujang and sesame oil here.
- Local American Markets (Whole Foods, Vons, etc.): Look for Pork
Shoulder (Butt) or Pork Loin. Pro-tip: Put the block of
meat in the freezer for 30–40 minutes until it’s semi-frozen; it becomes much easier to slice
thinly at home! Use Green Onions or Leeks as a great
substitute for Korean large green onions.
4. "Can't find Korean
ingredients?" Substitute Guide
Don't worry if a Korean market isn't nearby. You can achieve the same
flavor with common supermarket items.
|
Korean Ingredient
|
U.S. Grocery Substitute
|
Note
|
|
Gochujang
|
Chili Garlic Sauce or Ketchup + Chili powder
|
Use a spicy chili sauce for a similar heat.
|
|
Jin-ganjang
|
Kikkoman Soy Sauce
|
Regular soy sauce works perfectly fine.
|
|
Pork Shoulder
|
Pork Shoulder (Butt)
|
Best ratio of fat and meat.
|
|
Sugar/Oligosaccharide
|
Honey or Maple Syrup
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Honey adds a luxurious, natural sweetness.
|
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Cheongyang Chili
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Jalapeño
|
Adds that necessary spicy kick.
|
5. Final Thoughts
Just like the energetic and bright characters in [The Wonder Fools], why
not recharge your energy with some spicy Jeyuk Bokkeum tonight?
Recreate the atmosphere of the dinner scene from the drama in your own
home. There is no happiness quite like sharing a delicious meal with people you
love. Try this recipe today, and feel free to share your own "Jeyuk
tips" or your thoughts on the drama in the comments below! May your dinner
table be full of joy.
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