Published: by Absolutely Recipes, in the Meat recipes category.

Char Siu Pork Recipe.

Ingredients:

1 lb pork tenderloin or pork shoulder
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1/4 teaspoon red food coloring (optional, for traditional color)
Vegetable oil (for basting)

Recipe Instructions:

In a bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, Chinese rice wine or dry sherry, Chinese five-spice powder, and red food coloring (if using). Mix well to make the marinade.

Place the pork tenderloin or pork shoulder in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it is evenly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.

Remove the marinated pork from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature. Reserve the marinade for basting.

Place the pork on the wire rack, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Baste the pork with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes during cooking.

After roasting, switch the oven to the broiler setting. Move the pork to the top rack and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to caramelize and glaze the surface. Watch closely to prevent burning.

Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice the char siu pork into thin pieces.

Optional: Heat a small amount of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the sliced char siu pork for a minute on each side to add extra flavor and caramelization.

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