Chinese Pork Marinade

Transform your pork dishes into a flavor-packed masterpiece with this authentic Chinese Pork Marinade! This easy-to-make marinade combines the savory depth of soy, hoisin, and oyster sauces with the warm complexity of Chinese five-spice powder, sweet hints of brown sugar, and tangy rice vinegar. Fresh garlic and ginger bring a fragrant punch, while sesame oil and ground white pepper add a perfectly balanced finishing touch. With just 5 minutes of prep, this marinade infuses your pork—be it chops, ribs, or shoulder—with irresistible layers of flavor. Let it work its magic for at least 2 hours (or overnight for maximum tenderness) and elevate your grilling, stir-frying, or roasting game. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressive dinner parties, this Chinese pork marinade is your ticket to bold, restaurant-worthy flavors at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and oyster sauce. Whisk until well blended.

Step 2

Add the Chinese five-spice powder, brown sugar, and rice vinegar to the bowl. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 3

Mix in the minced garlic and ginger, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the liquid.

Step 4

Drizzle in the sesame oil and add the ground white pepper. Stir the mixture to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.

Step 5

Add the water to slightly thin out the marinade, making it easier to coat the pork evenly.

Step 6

Place your pork (such as pork chops, shoulder, or ribs) in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.

Step 7

Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring all sides are coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.

Step 8

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.

Step 9

Before cooking, remove the pork from the marinade and shake off any excess. Discard the used marinade or simmer it for a few minutes if you plan to use it as a sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(238.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	467.8

Total Fat 29.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.3g
Cholesterol 1.0mg	0%
Sodium 3706.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 8.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98.2mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 377.9mg	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: 55.5%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 37.5%