Air fryer Pork Bulgogi or Korean Dae Ji Bulgogi is a wonderful way to get a savory, umami, spicy Korean grilled pork dish for an easy weeknight dinner. Wrap up the meat in lettuce leaves and enjoy a fabulous low carb keto dinner.
Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
- Fast. Ready in under 30 minutes with the help of your air fryer.
- Easy. Create the marinade, let the meat and onions soak, toss in the air fryer, and cook.
- High Protein. This Pork Bulgogi has 15 grams of protein per serving.
- Low Carb. A meal so good you won't even realize it's keto friendly. Only 9 net carbs per serving.
If you can marinade and prepare this Dae Ji Bulgogi the night before, this cooks in just 15 minutes! It's the perfect way to have dinner ready quickly if you have a rushed night or are just too tired to cook.
How Is Dae Ji Bulgogi Different From Regular Bulgogi?
Dae Ji Bulgogi is very similar to regular bulgogi, but instead of using beef, you make this as pork bulgogi instead. Just like regular bulgogi, it too is made with gochujang, which is a Korean red pepper paste and is used in several of my recipes like my Keto Air Fryer Korean Chicken Wings. It has amazing flavor and you should pick it up if you see it in the store!
If you'd like to make this in the Instant Pot, here's an Instant Pot Daeji Bulgogi recipe as well.
What Is Usually In Bulgogi?
- Boneless Pork Shoulder
- Onion
- Minced Ginger
- Minced Garlic
- Soy Sauce
- Rice Wine
- Sesame Oil
- Splenda
- Gochujang
- Gochugaru
- Salt
How To Make Pork Bulgogi
This Pork Bulgogi recipe really couldn't be much more simple. In fact, most of the work is making sure you have all of the ingredients and remembering to marinate the pork ahead of time.
Follow the easy steps below for a tasty Air Fryer Bulgogi recipe that is delicious and made perfectly every time:
- In a large bowl, mix together the ingredients for the marinade.
- Add the onions and pork and allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes. This can be allowed to marinate overnight if needed.
- Place the pork and onions in the air fryer basket and allow to cook.
- Once the cooking time is complete, remove the pork and onions from the air fryer and enjoy.
Watch The Video Of How It's Made
Tips And Tricks
- If you do not eat pork, use beef sirloin or chicken thighs.
- There is no substitute for gochujang in this recipe. If you buy it, I have several gochujang recipes that use this tasty goodness. It keeps well for months in the refrigerator.
- If you are GF, use this brand of GF gojuchang, as some varieties do contain wheat.
- You can sub 1 tablespoon of agave nectar or honey for the Splenda if you prefer more natural sweeteners.
How Long Does It Last?
I can't say that I've ever had any leftover pork bulgogi. It is so flavorful and utterly addictive. If you have a little more self-control than we do, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and it should stay just as tasty as the day you made it for 3-4 days.
What To Serve With Pork Bulgogi
While this recipe is astonishingly flavorful and filling on its own, you may find yourself wanting a little something else to go with it, or a carb-rich side dish to serve your family or friends that do not share the same dietary lifestyle as you do.
If you're looking for ideas to serve alongside this Pork Bulgogi, here are some of my favorites:
- Instant Pot Rice
- Korean Cucumber Salad
- Gamja jorim
- Kimchee
Looking For More Korean Recipes?
In under 30 minutes, have delicious Pressure Cooker Keto Bo-Ssäm Pork & Noodles that the whole family will enjoy! Also, check out my Air Fryer Korean Tacos. These tacos are crazy easy to make, and you're going to love the flavors!
If you love this Korean Pork Bulgogi as much as we do, make sure you share the recipe with your friends on Facebook and Instagram so they can try it too! Don't forget to Pin it so you can make it again soon.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless Pork Shoulder
- 1 Onion
- 1 tbsp Minced Ginger
- 1 tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Rice wine
- 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
- 2 tbsp Splenda
- 2 tbsp Gochujang
- 1 tsp Gochugaru
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ingredients for the marinade.Add the onions and pork and allow them to marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the pork and onions in the air fryer basket and allow to cook for 15 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, remove the pork and onions from the air fryer and enjoy.
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Danielle
Would it be possible to freeze the marinade?
abinashakalita
Hello, can i use rice wine vinegar instead of rice wine in this dish?
jaynelein
In the video it says to add salt but in the online recipe it says that it is sugar. Just wondering which is correct. Thanks!