Cantonese-Style Char Siu Pork with Honey Glaze
Succulent pork shoulder marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, roasted to a glossy finish with a sticky honey glaze. This chinese-inspired pork ready in about 70 minutes pairs cut into 2-inch strips pork shoulder, hoisin sauce, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, cut into 2-inch strips pork shoulder
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- a few drops red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder, 2 cloves minced garlic, and a few drops of red food coloring if using.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs pork shoulder cut into 2-inch strips to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange the marinated pork strips on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Step 4: Roast pork for 25 minutes, then brush generously with 3 tbsp honey. Turn the pork strips and brush the other side with honey as well.
- Step 5: Continue roasting for another 15-20 minutes, basting with honey every 5 minutes until pork is cooked through, glossy, and slightly charred at the edges. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing thinly and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cantonese-Style Char Siu Pork with Honey Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (15 min prep + 55 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cantonese-Style Char Siu Pork with Honey Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep hoisin sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cantonese-Style Char Siu Pork with Honey Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cantonese-Style Char Siu Pork with Honey Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cantonese-Style Char Siu Pork with Honey Glaze?
Chinese pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
