Char Siu Pork
Char Siu is a Cantonese barbecued pork recipe known for its glossy lacquered exterior, sweet-savory marinade, and tender juicy interior with a signature red hue. It is incredible as a standalone dish, served over rice, or stuffed into steamed buns.
Cantonese BBQ pork with a sticky sweet marinade, caramelized edges, and a beautifully glossy finish.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
Main
Marinade
Spice
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade and Marinate
Whisk together the hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and five spice powder in a bowl. Add the pork strips, toss to coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight for deep flavor.
Preheat and Prepare for Roasting
Remove the pork from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Preheat your oven to 220 degrees Celsius. Reserve the leftover marinade in a small saucepan for basting. Line a baking tray with foil and place a rack on top.
Roast the Pork
Place the pork strips on the rack and roast for 20 minutes. Flip the strips, brush generously with the reserved marinade, and roast for another 15 minutes until the edges are caramelized and slightly charred.
Glaze and Rest
Brush the pork one final time with warm honey and place under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes to create a deep lacquered glaze. Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
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