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Char Siu Chicken

Cultural Context

Char Siu, meaning 'fork roasted', is a popular Cantonese dish known for its sweet and savory flavor profile. Traditionally made with pork, chicken is a common alternative that has gained popularity. It is often served with rice or noodles and is a staple in Chinese cuisine, especially in dim sum and festive occasions.

ChineseCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
6 Chicken leg quarters
6 tbsp Char Siu sauce
2-3 pieces fermented beancurd (red)
1 tbsp fermented beancurd sauce
1 tsp Shaoxing wine
1 tbsp Hoisin sauce
2 tbsp Char Siu sauce
1.5 tbsp honey
2 tbsp water

chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are more affordable and juicier.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

Lower sodium option for health.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

Natural sweetener with lower glycemic index.

1

Marinate the chicken leg quarters with the mixture of fermented beancurd, fermented beancurd sauce, Shaoxing wine, Hoisin sauce, and Char Siu sauce.

2

Preheat the oven.

3

Bake the chicken in the oven for 15 minutes.

4

Brush the chicken with Char Siu sauce after the first 15 minutes of baking.

5

Continue to bake until the chicken is cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingbasting

Equipment Needed

oven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Chinese BBQ ChickenChar Siu

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