Char Siu Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Juicy char siu pork tenderloin with a homemade sweet and savory red sauce. An easy recipe for flavorful Chinese BBQ pork at home.
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowl for the marinade
- Whisk or spoon
- Grill or oven
- Tongs
Ingredients
Meat
- 12 oz pork tenderloin
Marinade
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp shaoxing wine
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- a few drops of red food coloring add as needed
Instructions
- Make the marinade. Whisk together all the marinade ingredients in a bowl until the sugar is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
- Marinate the pork. Add the pork to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Bring to room temp. Take the pork out of the fridge about 20–30 minutes before cooking to take the chill off. Meanwhile, preheat your grill or oven.
- Grill method: Grill the pork over medium heat, turning occasionally and basting with extra marinade, until nicely caramelized and cooked through.
- Oven method: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with foil and set a wire rack on top. Place the pork on the rack and roast for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway. Cooking times may vary depending on thickness.
- Serve. Let the pork rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve warm with rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Char Siu Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
308
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
111
mg
37
%
Sodium
1602
mg
70
%
Potassium
775
mg
22
%
Carbohydrates
18
g
6
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
11
g
12
%
Protein
38
g
76
%
Vitamin A
8
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
42
mg
4
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notes
- Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and should be considered approximate.