Delicious Char Siu Chinese Barbeque Pork Recipe

Learn how to make mouthwatering char siu Chinese barbeque pork at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, the tender pork is then grilled to perfection, giving it a caramelized exterior and a juicy interior. Serve it as a main dish or use it as a filling in your favorite Chinese dishes. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy the authentic flavors of this popular Chinese dish.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lb (680g) pork shoulder or pork tenderloin
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• ¼ cup (60ml) hoisin sauce
• ¼ cup (60ml) soy sauce
• ¼ cup (60ml) honey
• 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, Chinese rice wine, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, five-spice powder, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Place the pork in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Massage the marinade into the pork, ensuring it's evenly coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. Remove the pork from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Reserve the marinade for basting during grilling.
5. Grill the pork for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
6. Remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
7. Slice the pork into thin slices and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice or as a filling in Chinese buns or noodles.
9. Enjoy the delicious flavors of homemade char siu Chinese barbeque pork!

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