Name: Korean Spicy Pork Bowls
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 inch fresh ginger, minced; 3 tbsp Korean gochujang (chili paste); 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 cup bell peppers, chopped; 1 cup broccoli florets; 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (for serving); 2 green onions, chopped (for topping); 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for topping)

Description

Korean Spicy Pork Bowls are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, featuring juicy chicken thighs marinated in a spicy-sweet Korean sauce. Served over a bed of fluffy rice or quinoa and topped with vibrant, fresh veggies, this dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it promises to be a new favorite in your cooking repertoire.

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch fresh ginger, minced
3 tbsp Korean gochujang (chili paste)
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 cup bell peppers, chopped
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (for serving)
2 green onions, chopped (for topping)
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for topping)

Instructions

1. Marinate chicken: Combine chicken thighs with soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
2. Prepare veggies: Chop bell peppers and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
3. Cook chicken: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken (discard leftover marinade) and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6 minutes each side.
4. Stir-fry veggies: Remove chicken from skillet and add bell peppers and broccoli. Stir-fry until tender but crisp, about 5 minutes.
5. Assemble bowls: Slice cooked chicken and layer over rice or quinoa with stir-fried veggies.
6. Finish: Top with green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stir-frying
Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
Calories: 490
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 610mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: - For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Customize vegetables based on preference or availability. - To make gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce.