Char Siu - Sweet Caramelized Chinese BBQ Pork
Succulent pork marinated in a sweet and savory Chinese spiced sauce, roasted until caramelized. An authentic Cantonese dish with complex flavors of honey, soy sauce, and five-spice.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 28 oz pork (ribs or tenderloin)
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fermented red bean paste
- 2 tbsp rice wine
- 1 tsp five-spice powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
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- 1
Prepare the marinade by mixing the soy sauce, honey, fermented red bean paste, rice wine, five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger.
- 2
Cut the pork into pieces and coat them completely with the marinade.
- 3
Let marinate for 4 to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 390°F or prepare the grill.
- 5
Roast or grill the meat for 25-30 minutes, basting regularly with the marinade.
- 6
Cook until the meat is tender and slightly caramelized.
💡 Chef's Tip
Baste the meat regularly with the marinade for optimal caramelization. Serve with white rice, noodles, or steamed bao buns.
