Vietnamese/Chinese Barbecue Pork (Thit Xa Xiu/Char Siu)

Step 1

Cut the pork into long strips about 2 inches wide. Make sure strips are uniform for evening cooking. In a small bowl, mix together red pork seasoning mix, five-spice powder, black/white pepper, garlic powder, chicken/mushroom bouillon powder, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar until you get a smooth paste. Slather the mixture evenly on the pork strips and marinate for at least one hour or overnight in the fridge for better results.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 400°F. Place the pork on a wire rack with a pan underneath to catch the drippings. Roast for 30 minutes. Flip the pork and roast for another 30 minutes.

Step 3

Combine honey and hot water in a small bowl until completely dissolved. Slather the honey glaze onto the pork with a brush. Place it back into the oven and turn the heat up to 450°F. Bake for 10 minutes on each side to get a nice caramelized crust.