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Oven-Baked Char Siu Pork Shoulder

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Oven-Baked Char Siu Pork Shoulder

Char Siu

Prep: 15 min • Cook: 60 min. A simplified version of classic Char Siu, using pork shoulder baked in the oven with a sweet and savory marinade. This method achieves tender, caramelized pork with minimal fuss, perfect for weeknight Cantonese meals.

Preparation time
15 min
Cooking time
1 hr
Total time
1 hr 15 min
Servings
6
Course
Main
Complexity
Easy
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Ingredients

  • 3lb pork shoulder(boneless, cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
  • 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp five-spice powder
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3 pcs garlic(minced)
  • 1 tsp ginger(grated)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar(optional, for extra caramelization)

Instructions

Marinating

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, five-spice powder, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar. If using, add sugar.
  2. Add the pork shoulder cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably for 2-3 hours, or overnight for best flavor.

Baking

  1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
  2. Arrange the marinated pork shoulder in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Discard any excess marinade.
  3. Bake for 45-60 minutes, flipping the pork halfway through, until the pork is cooked through, tender, and the edges are caramelized and slightly charred. Internal temperature should reach 71°C (160°F).
  4. For extra glaze, you can baste the pork with any accumulated juices during the last 15 minutes of baking or broil for a minute or two, watching closely to prevent burning.

Resting and Serving

  1. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the Char Siu rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing or cubing.
  2. Slice the Char Siu pork shoulder against the grain and serve warm.

Nutrition

Servings
6
Serving size (imperial)
8.8 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (6 servings)
Calories650 kcal260 kcal3,900 kcal
Protein45 g18 g270 g
Fat35 g14 g210 g
Carbs30 g12 g180 g

Tips

  • For deeper flavor, marinate the pork overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
  • Keep an eye on the char siu during the last 15 minutes of baking to prevent the honey from burning.
  • Serve char siu with steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, or in noodle dishes for a complete meal.

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