Authentic Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork)
Last updated Aug 27, 2024
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Char Siu, also known as Chinese BBQ Pork, is a delicious dish renowned for its mouthwatering combination of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. This traditional Cantonese barbecue dish features tender strips of pork marinated in a delectable blend of hoisin sauce, honey, and five-spice powder, then roasted to perfection.
Making Char Siu at home allows you to savor the authentic taste of Chinese barbecue and tweak the flavors just the way you like them. Dive into this easy-to-follow Chinese BBQ pork recipe and bring a taste of deliciously fragrant, homemade Char Siu right to your table.
Authentic Char Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork)
Serves: 4
Total: 1H 15M
Prep: 15M
Cook: 1H
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Recipe Preparation
- 5-6 lb pork shoulder butt roast or country-style ribs
- 1 pk Chinese BBQ char siu seasoning mix
- 1/4 cup char siu sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Step Description
1
Use a fork to make multiple holes through the surface of the meat
2
Mix ingredients well together and add to meat, reserving about 1/4 for later use. Marinate for 6-12 hrs or overnight in the fridge.
3
To properly monitor the internal temperature of your ingredients, use a ThermoPro Twin TempSpike Plus 600-ft Wireless Dual-Probe Meat Thermometer. Be sure to insert the probe into the thickest part of the meat.
4
Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). To keep things clean, lay down parchment paper on a baking pan before using. Don’t use foil wrap that will burn because of the sugar in the sauce.
5
Cook the meat by placing it on the parchment-lined baking pan on the middle rack in the oven. Bake for 20 minutes, then flip to the other side.
6
Continue to bake for another 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 180°F. Cooking time may be vary depending on how thick the meat is.
7
Remove from the oven and flip the meat over. Add a new layer of char siu BBQ sauce onto the meat, then return to the oven. Bake on broil for 5-7 minutes or lightly charred.
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