Char Siu Sauce
Unlock the bold, signature flavors of classic Chinese barbecue with this homemade Char Siu Sauce recipe! This rich and aromatic sauce combines pantry staples like hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and honey with the deep, savory notes of oyster sauce and Shaoxing wine, perfectly balanced by a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar. Infused with garlic and the warm spice of Chinese five-spice powder, this versatile sauce delivers authentic taste in every spoonful. Whether you're marinating pork for traditional Char Siu or using it as a glaze for grilled meats, this quick-to-make sauce is your ticket to restaurant-quality flavor at home. Optional red food coloring offers that iconic crimson hue, making your dish as stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 10 minutes, this Char Siu Sauce is a must-have for creating unforgettable meals with ease!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (Chinese cooking wine)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 drop Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and Shaoxing wine.
Whisk in the granulated sugar, Chinese five-spice powder, and sesame oil until fully dissolved.
Add the minced garlic and mix thoroughly for an even distribution.
Optional: Add a drop of red food coloring to achieve the signature red hue of traditional Char Siu sauce. Stir well to incorporate.
Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan and heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and let cool. Use immediately as a marinade or glaze, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
78 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 587 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 35 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
