Chinese Bbq Pork
Delight your taste buds with the irresistible flavors of Chinese BBQ Pork (Char Siu), a classic dish bursting with sweet, savory, and aromatic notes. This recipe combines tender strips of pork shoulder or tenderloin with a mouthwatering marinade made from hoisin sauce, soy sauce, Chinese five-spice powder, honey, and more, delivering the perfect balance of umami and caramelized sweetness. With an optional touch of red food coloring for that iconic char siu hue, this dish roasts to perfection, forming a sticky, lacquered glaze that's utterly addictive. Perfect for pairing with steamed rice, noodles, or as a filling in bao buns, this homemade Chinese BBQ Pork recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Embrace the rich flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine right from your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork shoulder or pork tenderloin
- 0.333 cup Hoisin sauce
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine (Shaoxing wine)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Red food coloring (optional, for traditional look)
Instructions
Cut the pork shoulder or tenderloin into long strips, about 2-3 inches wide, to ensure even marination and cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, Chinese rice wine, honey, brown sugar, oyster sauce, sesame oil, Chinese five-spice powder, minced garlic, and optional red food coloring to create the marinade.
Place the pork strips into the marinade, making sure each piece is fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the pork and marinade into a large resealable plastic bag.
Marinate the pork in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set a wire rack on top.
Remove the pork from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use. Place the pork strips on the wire rack, allowing the heat to circulate evenly as they cook.
Roast the pork in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. While the pork cooks, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan and bring it to a boil to make a basting sauce.
After 20 minutes, baste the pork with the boiled marinade and flip the pieces over. Roast for another 15 minutes, basting every 5 minutes to build up a sticky, caramelized glaze.
Once the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and has a glossy, deep reddish-brown color, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
Slice the char siu into thin pieces and serve with steamed rice, noodles, or as a filling for bao buns. Enjoy your homemade Chinese BBQ Pork!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.6 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.0 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 728 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 4192 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.9 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.5 g | ||
| Protein | 171.9 g | 344% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2822 mg | 60% | |
*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.
