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Smoked Ham Hocks Char Siu

Cultural Context

Char Siu, a traditional Cantonese dish, is known for its sweet and savory flavors, often made with pork. The use of smoked ham hocks adds a unique twist, incorporating rich, smoky notes. This dish is popular during festivals and family gatherings, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. Today, variations exist worldwide, with adaptations to suit local tastes and ingredient availability.

ChineseCNmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs smoked ham hocks
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup hoisin sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

smoked ham hocks

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

hoisin sauce

🥗Healthier: miso paste + honey

💰Cheaper: soy sauce + sugar

Miso and honey replicate the flavor while being healthier.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar provides acidity with fewer calories.

1

Mix soy sauce and hoisin sauce together.

2

Marinate the smoked ham hocks in the sauce for 30 minutes.

3

Grill the ham hocks for 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingbasting

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlbasting brushmeasuring spoonsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soysesame

Also Known As

Char Siu Ham HocksChinese BBQ Ham Hocks

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