Chinese BBQ Pork Recipe
Chinese BBQ Pork, also called Char Siu, is a famous dish. It is sweet, smoky, and savory with a caramelized glaze.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder or pork belly
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp red food coloring optional
Instructions
- Slice pork into long thick strips.
- Mix sauces, sugar, honey, vinegar, and spices.
- Add garlic, sesame oil, and food coloring.
- Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
- Place pork strips into the marinade.
- Cover bowl and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line tray with foil and place pork.
- Roast for 25 minutes, turning once.
- Brush with leftover marinade.
- Increase oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roast 15 more minutes until caramelized.
- Check temperature, pork should be 145°F.
- Rest pork for 10 minutes.
- Slice thin and serve hot.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for the best flavor.
- Use pork shoulder for tender meat.
- Brush glaze often for shiny coating.
- Add red food color for restaurant-style look.
- Always check meat temperature before serving.