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Char Siu Sauce

N/A Allergens: Soy, Wheat
Char Siu Sauce

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Soybeans, Sugar, Garlic, Spices

O Que É Char Siu Sauce?

A popular Cantonese barbecue sauce known for its sweet, savory, and umami profile, typically used for marinating and glazing meats.

Qual o Sabor de Char Siu Sauce?

Char Siu Sauce tem um sabor sweet, savory, umami, slightly spicy, aromatic (five-spice) com aromas de garlic, five-spice, sweet caramel, soy.

Taste
Sweet, savory, umami, slightly spicy, aromatic (five-spice)
Texture
Thick, viscous, glossy
Aroma
Garlic, five-spice, sweet caramel, soy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

Per 2 tbsp (30g)
Calories200 kcal
Total Fat1 g
Saturated Fat0.2 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein3 g
Total Carbohydrate45 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars40 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.5 mg
Potassium100 mg

Segredo do Chef

For a richer glaze, reduce Char Siu sauce slightly over low heat before brushing onto roasted or grilled meats in the final stages of cooking, allowing it to caramelize.

Substitutos e Proporções de Char Siu Sauce

O melhor substituto para Char Siu Sauce é Hoisin Sauce, usado na proporção de 1:1. Very similar sweet and savory profile, though often thicker and less red. Excellent for marinades and glazes.

Substitutos para Char Siu Sauce com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Hoisin Sauce Melhor 1:1 Very similar sweet and savory profile, though often thicker and less red. Excellent for marinades and glazes.
BBQ Sauce (American style) + Soy Sauce 1:1 BBQ + 1 tbsp Soy Sauce per cup Provides sweetness and tang, but lacks the specific Asian five-spice and umami notes; needs augmentation.
Teriyaki Sauce 1:1 Sweet and savory, but typically thinner and more soy-forward, lacking the distinctive char siu spices.
Plum Sauce + Soy Sauce 1:1 Plum + 1 tbsp Soy Sauce per cup Adds sweetness and fruitiness, but will need extra savory components and spices to mimic char siu.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Char Siu Sauce

  1. Look for brands with authentic ingredients like fermented soybean paste, honey, and Chinese five-spice powder.
  2. Check for vibrant color and proper consistency.

O Que Combina Bem Com Char Siu Sauce?

  • Pork (belly
  • shoulder)
  • Chicken
  • Duck
  • Rice
  • Noodles
  • Steamed Buns
  • Green Onions.

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Char Siu Sauce?

Sweet, savory, umami, slightly spicy, aromatic (five-spice) Garlic, five-spice, sweet caramel, soy

Qual é um bom substituto para Char Siu Sauce?

O melhor substituto é Hoisin Sauce (1:1). Very similar sweet and savory profile, though often thicker and less red. Excellent for marinades and glazes.

Como escolher e armazenar Char Siu Sauce?

Look for brands with authentic ingredients like fermented soybean paste, honey, and Chinese five-spice powder. Check for vibrant color and proper consistency.

Receitas Usando Char Siu Sauce

Oven Preparation 4 Hours Or Less Meat

Bangkok Meatballs On Skewers

Capture the vibrant flavors of Bangkok's bustling street food markets with these delicious homemade meatballs! This recipe delivers authentic Thai taste, perfect for a weeknight meal or a fun weekend BBQ. Easy to follow instructions and a mouthwatering char sui glaze will have you saying 'Sawasdee' to a new favorite dish.

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