Char Siu (Chinese Bbq Pork) Recipe

Name: Char Siu (Chinese Bbq Pork)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: a2 pounds pork shoulder/butt; For the marinade; a3 tablespoons sesame oil; a2 tablespoons molasses; a2 tablespoons honey; a2 tablespoon coconut aminos; a1 tablespoon coconut vinegar; a1 tablespoon cherry or plum jam; a1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger; a2 garlic cloves, minced; aA1/2 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha; a1 teaspoon chinese five spice; aA1/2 teaspoon white pepper; asea salt, to taste

Servings: persons

a2 pounds pork shoulder/butt
For the marinade
a3 tablespoons sesame oil
a2 tablespoons molasses
a2 tablespoons honey
a2 tablespoon coconut aminos
a1 tablespoon coconut vinegar
a1 tablespoon cherry or plum jam
a1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
a2 garlic cloves, minced
aA1/2 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha
a1 teaspoon chinese five spice
aA1/2 teaspoon white pepper
asea salt, to taste

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1.Cut pork into chunks, removing the excess fat if you prefer. Place chunks of meat in a gallon size ziploc bag.
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2.Add all ingredients for the marinade in a medium sautA pan and place over medium heat. Whisk to combine. Let cool then pour marinade over pork in bag. Place in refrigerator to marinate overnight, at least 12 hours or more.
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3.Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, pour water in the bottom of the baking sheet (to keep from burning) and place a wire rack on top. Place the chunks of pork on top of the wire rack. Sprinkle each piece of pork with a bit of salt. Place in oven to bake for 25 minutes.
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4.After 25 minutes, remove from oven, flip meat over and use a basting brush to baste the pork with leftover marinade (leave enough to do this once more).
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5.Turn oven to 400 degrees and place back in oven to cook for 15 more minutes, repeat with basting process and bake for another 10 minutes.
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6.Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: a2 pounds pork shoulder/butt, For the marinade, a3 tablespoons sesame oil, a2 tablespoons molasses, and more.

Yes, Char Siu (Chinese Bbq Pork) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Char Siu (Chinese Bbq Pork)

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