How to Cook Chinese BBQ Pork

If you’re a fan of Chinese cuisine, you’ve probably drooled over Chinese BBQ pork (char siu) at your favorite restaurant. But did you know that you can make this delicious dish right in your own kitchen?

Today, I’m going to show you how to cook Chinese BBQ pork like a pro. With the right ingredients and a little patience, you’ll be able to enjoy this tasty dish at home whenever you want. Let’s get started!

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds of pork tenderloin or pork shoulder
• 1/4 cup of hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup of soy sauce
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 2 tablespoons of Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon of Chinese five spice powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper
• Red food coloring (optional)

Special equipment:

• Bamboo skewers
• Baking pan

Instructions:

1. Cut the pork into long strips, about 1 inch wide.
2. In a bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice wine, garlic, five spice powder, white pepper, and red food coloring.
3. Add the pork strips to the marinade, making sure each piece is fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Thread the marinated pork strips onto bamboo skewers and place them on a baking pan lined with foil.
5. Bake the pork for 20-25 minutes, or until it is cooked through and slightly caramelized. You can also broil the pork for a few minutes at the end to get a nice charred finish.
6. Serve the Chinese BBQ pork hot with steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy!

Tips:

• If you don’t have Chinese rice wine or dry sherry, you can substitute with apple juice or chicken broth.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of honey and red food coloring to suit your taste preferences.
• For extra flavor, you can sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or green onions on top of the finished dish.

Now that you know how to cook Chinese BBQ pork, you can impress your friends and family with this authentic Asian dish. Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of homemade char siu, straight from your own kitchen!