Maekjeok (Doenjang Marinated Pork)

Step 1

Thinly slice the meat (about 1/4-inch thick), if not pre-sliced.

Step 2

Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

Step 3

Add the meat, and mix well until evenly coated. Marinate at least for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Cut the optional vegetables into 2 - 3 inch lengths. Heat a skillet with a tablespoon of oil, and briefly stir-fry the vegetables until slightly wilted. Salt to taste. Transfer to a plate.

Step 5

Heat a grill pan or a skillet over medium high heat and add the pork slices. Immediately lower the heat to medium. The marinade will burn if the heat is too high. Cook until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized, one to two minutes each side. Turn over a couple of times to prevent the marinade from burning.

Step 6

Serve on a bed of the optional stir-fried vegetables along with the vegetables for the wraps and ssamjang.