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Add this authentic Chinese char siu recipe to your daily family meals for an extra touch of deliciousness.
Ingredients for Char Siu
- 700g pork shoulder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon char siu powder
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 ginger
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon black bean sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- A pinch of salt
- Utensils: Oven, bowl, chopsticks, ...
Ingredients for Delicious Chinese-style Char Siu
Which type of meat is best for making char siu?
Different delicious dishes made from pork will use different cuts of meat. According to the Chinese method of making char siu, the dish will be tastier and more tender if you use pork shoulder .
The best way to make delicious char siu is to choose pork shoulder.
The reason is that this part of the meat has more marbling and fat, so the meat will be tender and not dry.
In addition, you should choose pieces of meat that have bright, pink or light red colors in the lean part and ivory white in the fat part.
Good meat should not have a foul or gamey smell. When you press on the meat, it should bounce back well. The meat should be firm, not mushy or have any discharge.
Step-by-step Guide to Making Char Siu
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
Clean the pork thoroughly with diluted salt water to remove any unpleasant odor, then drain. Next, use a knife to cut it into square pieces about 4cm each. Peel and finely chop the garlic, shallots, and ginger.
Cut the meat into square pieces
Step 2: Marinating the Char Siu Meat
Combine the pork with the chopped garlic, shallots, and ginger. Add 1 tablespoon of char siu powder, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of black bean sauce, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce into a bowl. Mix well and marinate for about 2 hours to allow the meat to absorb the flavors.
Marinate the meat for at least 1 hour to absorb the flavors
Step 3: Roast the Char Siu Meat in the Oven
Once the meat is well marinated, place it on a baking tray in the oven and roast at 170 - 175°C for 1 hour.
During the first 20 minutes of roasting, flip the meat over and brush the marinade on top, repeating this process twice. In the last 20 minutes, flip and brush the marinade every 5 minutes to ensure the meat is well flavored and delicious.
Grill the char siu meat
The finished product when using the Chinese char siu method
So with just these 3 basic steps, you can learn how to make delicious char siu right at home.
Char siu made with the Chinese recipe has a beautiful color, with tender, juicy meat when eaten. The sweet aroma of honey combined with the perfect balance of savory flavors creates an enticing aroma.
Indulge in this must-try dish for your daily menu of deliciousness.
Savor the exquisite traditional char siu - a beloved daily delicacy adored by many Vietnamese families.
2. How to make char siu in a pan
No oven? No problem. Try out this super simple method for making char siu!
Step 1: Marinating the BBQ pork
The ingredients and marinating process for the BBQ pork are similar to the traditional Chinese BBQ pork recipe. However, in this method, you don't need to slice the pork beforehand; you can marinate it as a whole piece for frying.
Marinate the BBQ pork
Step 2: Pan-frying the BBQ pork until cooked
Heat the pan on the stove and add oil, then fry the meat for about 5 minutes until evenly golden brown on all sides.
Next, add the marinated spice mixture and ½ bowl of boiling water, then simmer for about 30 minutes until the meat is tender, flavorful, the sauce thickens, and turns to a deep brown color, then turn off the heat.
Caramelize the meat until the sauce thickens
Final product when using the pan-fried BBQ pork method
With just a few simple steps, you can easily make BBQ pork without an oven, achieving its characteristic shiny reddish-brown color with alternating layers of tender meat and soft, chewy fat.
This is one of the daily delicious dishes that many homemakers choose, pairing it with noodles or rice instantly creates an incredibly enticing meal for the whole family.
The finished pan-fried BBQ pork is the simplest choice for many homemakers in their daily menu of delicious family meals.
3. The simplest method for making oil-free pan-fried BBQ pork
Making oil-free pan-fried BBQ pork is incredibly simple, anyone can do it, perfect for busy homemakers who don't have much time for cooking.
Discover the easiest way to make BBQ pork at home using an oil-free fryer.
Step 1: Marinating the BBQ pork
Marinate the meat using the two methods mentioned above to enhance its rich flavor.
Marinate the BBQ pork
Step 2: Grill the BBQ pork using an oil-free fryer
Place the marinated meat into the oil-free fryer at a temperature of about 200 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes, then flip it over to ensure even cooking without drying out.
Continue grilling for about 15 minutes until the meat is evenly cooked on all sides.
Grill the pork using an oil-free fryer
The result of making BBQ pork with an oil-free fryer
After 25 minutes of grilling with an oil-free fryer, you'll get BBQ pork with a dark golden brown color, beautiful shine, tender, sweet, not dry, along with an irresistibly enticing aroma.
The method for making BBQ pork with an oil-free fryer is extremely simple, isn't it? Don't hesitate any longer, let's show off your cooking skills to the whole family for everyone to enjoy!
BBQ pork made with an oil-free fryer for an equally enticing flavor
4. Making BBQ pork using pre-marinated seasoning packets
If you want to save time, you can learn how to make delicious and quick BBQ pork using this seasoning packet!
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
First, clean the meat thoroughly, drain it, and cut it into pieces about 4cm in size.
Cut the meat into pieces about 4cm in size
Step 2: Marinating BBQ pork using seasoning packets
Marinate the meat with 1 packet of Cholimex/Barona BBQ seasoning for about 60 - 90 minutes to ensure the meat absorbs the seasoning evenly.
Marinate the meat with BBQ seasoning
Step 3: Grilling the meat
After the meat has absorbed the seasoning, grill it according to the instructions in method 1, or if you don't have an oven, you can fry the meat in a pan.
Grill the BBQ pork in a pan or oven
The finished product of making BBQ pork using seasoning packets
Making BBQ pork with seasoning packets results in a distinct aroma and beautiful color. When eaten, the meat has a rich and harmonious flavor from the blend of spices, making it even more enticing.
Sliced BBQ pork pairs perfectly with hot rice or bread, making it delicious either way.
The final product of BBQ pork made with seasoning packets
5. How to make BBQ pork without drying it out
Making BBQ pork isn't difficult, but ensuring that the meat is fragrant, tender, delicious, and not dry can be a challenge. Here are some tips to prevent your BBQ pork from drying out:
- Choose a piece of pork shoulder with marbling, as it won't dry out when cooked.
- When grilling BBQ pork, remember to flip it over after 10 minutes to ensure even cooking on both sides and prevent one side from drying out.
- While flipping, brush the sauce evenly on all sides to ensure the meat absorbs the seasoning and stays moist and tender.
Additionally, if you want to enjoy authentic Chinese BBQ pork, you can refer to some restaurants available on PasGo. These restaurants not only offer BBQ pork but also many other authentic Chinese dishes such as Dimsum, roasted duck, with attractive deals only on PasGo:
The PasGo team has just shared with you 4 ways to make delicious and moist BBQ pork with simple methods at home. With these BBQ pork recipes, you can easily add them to your family's daily menu of delicious meals. Get into the kitchen and impress your family now! Good luck!
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