Chinese Barbecue Sauce Char Siu Recipe

Unlock the secrets to authentic Chinese Char Siu with this incredible barbecue sauce recipe! Adapted from a treasured family recipe, this rich and savory sauce is perfect for glazing succulent pork, chicken, or even tofu. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe. This vibrant sauce delivers the signature sweet and savory flavors of traditional Chinese barbecue.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 397.5 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chinese Barbecue Sauce Char Siu

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How to Make Chinese Barbecue Sauce Char Siu

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice wine vinegar, five-spice powder, and sesame oil until well combined.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using. This sauce is best applied to your protein towards the end of cooking for a beautiful glaze. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

263 g

Sugar

241g

Fat

2g

Carbs

25g