Char Siu-Inspired Glazed Pork Shoulder Roast
Slow-roasted pork shoulder coated in a sweet and savory glaze reminiscent of Chinese char siu, with a caramelized crust and juicy interior. This chinese-inspired pork ready in about 165 minutes pairs boneless 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 520 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 3 lbs, boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp red food coloring (optional)
- 2 tbsp rice wine or dry sherry
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup hoisin sauce, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp rice wine, and optional 1/2 tsp red food coloring. Whisk until smooth.
- Step 2: Place 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder in a large zip-top bag and pour marinade over it, massaging to coat thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove pork from marinade, reserving the marinade. Place pork on a rack in a roasting pan.
- Step 4: Roast pork for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, basting every 30 minutes with reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 190°F and the outside is caramelized.
- Step 5: Let the pork rest for 15 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain. Serve with steamed rice and sautéed greens.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Char Siu-Inspired Glazed Pork Shoulder Roast take to make?
Total time is about 165 minutes (15 min prep + 150 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 Char Siu-Inspired Glazed Pork Shoulder Roast?
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 boneless pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Char Siu-Inspired Glazed Pork Shoulder Roast?
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 Char Siu-Inspired Glazed Pork Shoulder Roast for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Char Siu-Inspired Glazed Pork Shoulder Roast?
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.
