Char Siu

Char Siu

By Food E Fare

Char Siu, also known as Chinese barbecue pork, is a delicious and flavorful dish with sweet and savory roasted pork. Here's a basic recipe for making Char Siu:


Ingredients:


For Char Siu Marinade:

  • 1 lb pork shoulder or pork belly, cut into long strips or chunks
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maltose
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1-2 drops red food coloring (optional, for the traditional red color)

For Glaze (optional):

  • 1 tablespoon honey or maltose mixed with 1 tablespoon hot water


Instructions:


Prepare the Marinade:

  • In a bowl, mix together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey or maltose, Chinese rice wine or dry sherry, oyster sauce, sesame oil, five-spice powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red food coloring (if using).

Marinate the Pork:

  • Place the pork strips or chunks in a zip-top bag or a shallow dish.
  • Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring that each piece is well-coated. Marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Roast the Char Siu:

  • Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  • Place a wire rack on the baking sheet and arrange the marinated pork on the rack.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, or until the pork is cooked through and has a nice char.

Glaze (Optional):

  • Mix honey or maltose with hot water to create a glaze.
  • Brush the glaze over the char siu during the last 10 minutes of roasting for added sweetness and shine.

Rest and Slice:

  • Remove the char siu from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
  • Slice the char siu into thin pieces.

Serve:

  • Serve the Char Siu slices over rice, noodles, or in sandwiches. It's also commonly used in various Chinese dishes.

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