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Chinese BBQ Pork

This easy-to-make Chinese BBQ Pork features a sweet and smoky marinade that brings authentic flavors right into your kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork and Marinade
  • 2 pounds pork shoulder Use a well-marbled cut for better flavor.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Regular or low-sodium can be used.
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey Can be substituted with maple syrup.
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
  • 2 teaspoons five-spice powder
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring (optional) Gives the pork a classic red hue.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, Chinese rice wine, five-spice powder, minced garlic, and optional red food coloring until well combined.
  2. Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable plastic bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the pork, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and let the pork sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the pork from the marinade and place it on a baking tray lined with aluminum foil. Reserve the marinade for basting.
  3. Roast the pork in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, basting with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes until caramelized and golden brown.
  4. Once cooked, let the pork rest for about 10 minutes before slicing into thin, bite-sized pieces.

Notes

For best results, use ingredients at room temperature. You can garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.