Enjoy the flavors of traditional Chinese cuisine with this mouthwatering Chinese roast pork recipe. Tender pork marinated in a savory blend of Chinese spices and roasted to perfection, this dish is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork belly, skin on
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Score the skin of the pork belly with a sharp knife.
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, soy sauce, five-spice powder, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the marinade all over the pork belly, making sure to get it into the scored skin.
- Place the pork belly on a rack in a roasting pan, skin-side up.
- Roast for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender.
- Let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy your delicious Chinese roast pork!
Interesting Facts
Chinese roast pork is a popular dish in Cantonese cuisine.
The crispy skin of the pork belly is a signature feature of this dish.
Traditionally, Chinese roast pork is made using a special oven called a siu mei, but you can easily recreate the flavors at home in a regular oven.