Char Siu (BBQ Pork)
Sticky, lacquered slices of pork with a sweet-savory backbone and warm five-spice perfume; roast until edges are caramelized and the interior stays tender. The marinade infuses deep umami while a final honey glaze gives that glossy, slightly charred finish.
2 lb pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 2-inch thick strips
1 cup soy sauce, low-sodium
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp brown sugar, packed
2 tbsp shaoxing wine
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp five-spice powder
3 clove garlic, finely grated
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
1 tsp red food coloring, optional, for traditional color
1 tbsp cornstarch, for thickening glaze
2 tbsp water, cold, for mixing with cornstarch
1 tbsp vegetable oil
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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