Keto Cha Siu (Chinese BBQ Pork)
Satisfy your cravings for sweet and savory Chinese BBQ pork with this keto-friendly Cha Siu recipe! Tender pork tenderloin is marinated in a rich, low-carb blend of coconut aminos, sugar-free hoisin sauce, and keto sweeteners, infused with the aromatic punch of Chinese five-spice, sesame oil, and ground ginger. The optional red food coloring lends an authentic, vibrant hue, while roasting at high heat creates irresistibly caramelized edges. Perfect as a succulent main dish or a flavorful protein for wraps and salads, this keto Cha Siu is a guilt-free twist on a takeout classic. Ready in just over an hour, it’s the ultimate low-carb comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork tenderloin
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons keto-friendly sweetener (erythritol or allulose)
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, sugar-free
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 drops red food coloring (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Slice the pork tenderloin into 2-inch wide strips for even cooking and marination.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine coconut aminos, keto-friendly sweetener, sugar-free hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic powder, Chinese five-spice powder, ground ginger, and optional red food coloring. Mix well to ensure the sweetener is fully dissolved.
Step 3
Place the pork strips in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the pork. Seal the bag, removing as much air as possible, and massage the marinade into the pork.
Step 4
Refrigerate the pork for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best taste infusion.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the marinated pork on a wire rack atop a baking sheet to allow for even cooking.
Step 6
Roast the pork in the oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, turn the pork strips over and baste them with leftover marinade.
Step 7
Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until the edges start to caramelize and the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
Step 8
Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Step 9
Serve warm as a main dish or let it cool for keto-friendly wraps or salad toppings.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1114.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1513.5 |
| Total Fat 44.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.3g | |
| Cholesterol 616.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5707.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.8g | |
| Protein 225.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 72.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 86.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4266.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories