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Classic Cantonese Char Siu Pork
120 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
700 kcalCalories
55 gProtein
25 gCarbs
45 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic Cantonese Char Siu Pork

Traditional dish · Chinese

A traditional Cantonese-style Char Siu Pork, marinated in a sweet and savory sauce and roasted to perfection, resulting in tender, juicy, and caramelized pork with a beautiful glossy finish.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Pork shoulder (boston butt)1.5 kg
  • Shaoxing wine3 tbsp
  • Light soy sauce1/4 cup
  • Dark soy sauce2 tbsp
  • Hoisin sauce1/4 cup
  • Honey2 tbsp
  • Maltose syrup2 tbsp
  • Five-spice powder1 tsp
  • Garlic, minced2 cloves
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Black pepper1/2 tsp
  • Water2 tbsp

Steps

  1. 1

    Cut pork shoulder into 1-inch thick strips.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, maltose syrup, five-spice powder, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and water. Mix well to create the marinade.

  3. 3

    Place pork strips in a resealable bag or container. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring all pieces are coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.

  4. 4

    Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with foil.

  5. 5

    Remove pork from marinade, reserving the excess marinade. Place pork strips on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they don't overlap.

  6. 6

    Roast for 20 minutes. Then, brush the pork generously with the reserved marinade.

  7. 7

    Continue roasting for another 20-30 minutes, basting with marinade every 10 minutes, until the pork is cooked through, caramelized, and slightly charred.

  8. 8

    Let the Char Siu rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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