Chinese Roast Pork Authentic and Delicious
Experience the irresistible flavors of authentic Chinese Roast Pork with this easy-to-follow recipe that delivers restaurant-quality results from the comfort of your kitchen. Made with succulent pork shoulder or pork belly, this dish is marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and five-spice powder, ensuring every bite bursts with savory-sweet umami. A touch of Shaoxing wine and optional red food coloring give this char siu-inspired roast its signature depth and vibrant hue. Perfectly caramelized and slightly charred at the edges, this mouthwatering pork is roasted to perfection and basted for an irresistibly glossy finish. Serve it alongside steamed rice or noodles for a traditional and satisfying meal that your guests will love. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe brings the flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine right to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 grams Pork shoulder or pork belly
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Five-spice powder
- 1 teaspoon Red food coloring (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
Cut the pork shoulder or pork belly into long strips, about 2 inches wide. This helps the meat cook evenly and provides the classic char siu shape.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, honey, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, minced garlic, five-spice powder, and red food coloring (if using). Mix well to create the marinade.
Reserve 2 tablespoons of the marinade in a separate container and refrigerate (this will be used for basting).
Place the pork strips in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the remaining marinade over the pork, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, for maximum flavor.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. This allows the pork to cook evenly and prevents it from sitting in its juices.
Remove the pork from the marinade and place the pieces on the wire rack, leaving some space between each piece. Discard the used marinade.
Roast the pork in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. After the first 20 minutes, flip the pork pieces over and baste with some of the reserved marinade.
Continue roasting for another 15 minutes. Flip the pork again, brush with more marinade, and roast for an additional 10 minutes, or until the pork is caramelized and slightly charred at the edges.
For a glossy finish, brush the pork with a light coating of honey during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice into bite-sized pieces and serve warm with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 682 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 514 mg | 11% | |
*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.
