Delicious Chinese Barbecue Pork Recipe

Barbecue pork, also known as Char Siu, is a popular Chinese dish that is savory, sweet, and oh so delicious. It is characterized by its beautiful red color and the perfect balance of flavors. Making your own barbecue pork at home may seem daunting, but fear not! This step-by-step recipe will guide you through the process and help you create a mouthwatering dish that will impress your friends and family.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs pork shoulder or pork belly
• For the marinade:
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 2 tbsp Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Red food coloring (optional)

Instructions:

• Start by preparing the marinade. In a bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, Chinese five-spice powder, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. If you want the traditional red color of Char Siu, add a few drops of red food coloring.
• Cut the pork into long strips, about 1-inch wide. Place the pork in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the pork. Make sure the pork is well-coated with the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the pork from the marinade and place it on a wire rack over a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Reserve the marinade for basting.
• Bake the pork in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, basting with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes. The pork should be cooked through and caramelized on the exterior.
• Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly. Serve the barbecue pork hot with steamed rice and vegetables.

There you have it, a delicious Chinese barbecue pork recipe that will transport your taste buds to Chinatown. Give this recipe a try and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills!