Chinese BBQ Pork (Char Siu)

Savor the irresistible flavors of Chinese BBQ Pork (Char Siu), a quintessential Cantonese dish that marries rich, sweet, and savory notes in every bite. Made with tender strips of pork shoulder or loin, this recipe boasts a vibrant marinade crafted from hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, and aromatic five-spice powder, with a touch of optional red food coloring for that signature ruby hue. Marinated overnight for maximum flavor and roasted to perfection with a caramelized glaze, this restaurant-worthy dish features a sticky, slightly charred exterior and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfectly paired with steamed rice or noodles, this recipe is your guide to bringing authentic Chinese BBQ into your kitchen. Whether you're hosting a dinner or indulging in a weeknight feast, Char Siu is a show-stopping dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:480 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:525 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder (or pork loin)
• 1 cup hoisin sauce
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup honey
• 0.25 cup dry sherry (or Shaoxing wine)
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon five spice powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into long strips, about 2-3 inches wide.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, dry sherry, brown sugar, oyster sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, five spice powder, and if using, the red food coloring. Mix well to make the marinade.

Step 3

Place the pork strips in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the pork.

Step 4

Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally to ensure the pork is well coated.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a roasting pan with aluminum foil. Place a wire rack on top of the pan.

Step 6

Remove the pork from the marinade and place it on the wire rack. Reserve the marinade for basting.

Step 7

Roast the pork in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Baste the pork with the reserved marinade, then turn and baste the other side.

Step 9

Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and continue roasting for an additional 15 minutes, or until the pork is charred and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 10

Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Slice the pork into thin pieces and serve with steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy your homemade Chinese BBQ Pork!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1459.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3542.6

Total Fat 218.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.1g
Cholesterol 642.7mg	0%
Sodium 7888.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 154.5g
Protein 179.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 263.3mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 3162.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 24.0%