Korean Gochujang Pulled Pork Tacos with Kimchi Slaw

Name: Korean Gochujang Pulled Pork Tacos with Kimchi Slaw
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork shoulder, boneless; 1/2 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste); 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tbsp sesame oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp ginger, grated; 1 cup kimchi, chopped; 2 cups shredded cabbage; 1/4 cup shredded carrots; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp sugar; 8 small corn tortillas; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 tbsp lime juice; 2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Bold, spicy, and full of umami flavors

These Korean-inspired tacos feature tender pulled pork marinated in gochujang, combined with a refreshing kimchi slaw for a fusion twist that's sure to impress.

3 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Pork

2 lbs pork shoulder, boneless

1/2 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tbsp sesame oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp ginger, grated

For the Kimchi Slaw

1 cup kimchi, chopped

2 cups shredded cabbage

1/4 cup shredded carrots

2 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp sugar

For the Tacos

8 small corn tortillas

1/2 cup sour cream

1 tbsp lime juice

2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Preparation

Marinating the Pork

Combine Marinade

In a large bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.

Coat the Pork

Add pork shoulder and thoroughly coat with the marinade.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Allow the pork to marinate overnight for deeper flavor penetration.

Preparing the Kimchi Slaw

Mix Vegetables

In a bowl, mix chopped kimchi, shredded cabbage, and carrots.

Dress the Slaw

Add rice vinegar and sugar, and toss until well combined.

Rest

Let the slaw sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Prepare the slaw a day ahead to let the flavors meld together more intensely.

Cooking Process

Pulled Pork Cooking

Preheat your oven to 300°F. Place the marinated pork in a roasting pan, cover with foil, and cook for 3 hours until it’s fork-tender.

Ensure pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for safety.

Shredding the Pork

Remove from oven, let it cool slightly, then shred with two forks.

Heating Tortillas

Warm tortillas on a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.

Use medium heat to avoid overcooking the tortillas.

Plating & Serving