Char Siu Pork

Method4 steps · about 5 hr 10 min

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   Step 1: Combine honey (2 tablespoons), hoisin sauce (2 tablespoons), dark soy sauce (2 tablespoons), star anise, five-spice powder, and aji mirin (1 tablespoon) in a glass measuring cup. Set microwave oven for 60 percent power and heat in microwave oven for 22 seconds. Stir mixture and pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add pork loin to the bag, knead to coat meat with marinade, and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to two days.

   Uses 2 tablespoons honey · 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce · 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce · 1 whole star anise pod, crushed · 1 pinch Chinese five-spice powder · 1 tablespoon aji mirin (sweet rice cooking wine), or more to taste · 1 (1 pound) boneless pork loin roast

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   Step 2: Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

   Uses Cooking oil as needed to lightly oil the grill grate

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   Step 3: Remove pork roast from bag and wrap meat tightly in aluminum foil. Discard used marinade.

   Uses Marinated pork loin

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   Step 4: Grill until a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the roast reads 155°F (68°C), about 50 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

   Meat Rest · 10 minUses Foil-wrapped marinated pork loin