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Char Siu Recipe (Chinese BBQ Pork)

Char Siu is a popular way to flavor and prepare barbecued pork in Cantonese cuisine.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Marinade

  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring (optional)
  • 1.5 lb pork shoulder or pork belly cut into strips

Instructions 

  1. In a bowl, mix hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, Chinese five-spice powder, rice wine, and red food coloring (if using).
  2. Add pork strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place a wire rack on a baking tray and arrange the marinated pork strips on the rack.
  4. Roast the pork for 35-45 minutes, turning and basting with remaining marinade every 15 minutes, until the pork is cooked through and slightly charred.
  5. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with rice or noodles.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

BBQ Pork, Char Siu, Chinese BBQ
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