Best 2 Char Siu Chicken Recipes

Char siu chicken is a Cantonese dish that is popular all over the world. It is made with chicken that is marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, then roasted or grilled until it is tender and juicy. The characteristic red color of char siu chicken comes from the addition of red fermented bean curd to the marinade. This delicious dish can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish and is sure to please everyone at your table.

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CHAR SIU CHICKEN

Char Siu Chicken image

This dish is so easy to make, but so delicious! Due to the marinating time, you do need to plan ahead to make this, but the wait is worth it. I serve this with a skinny Hawaiian slaw and there are never leftovers. Whether I roast it or grill it, this recipe never fails.

Provided by Tracy Hamilton

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time P1DT1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup brown sugar
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon sherry
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
⅛ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
12 skinless, boneless chicken thighs

Steps:

Whisk brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, garlic, sriracha sauce, sherry, food coloring, sesame oil, Chinese five-spice powder, and liquid smoke together in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add chicken thighs, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil and place a roasting rack in the bottom of the pan.
Remove chicken from marinade and place on the rack in the prepared roasting pan.
Pour marinade into a saucepan; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Bake chicken in the preheated oven, turning once and basting occasionally with marinade, until the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 71.7 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 474.1 mg, Sugar 21.5 g

WAY TOO EASY CHAR SIU CHICKEN WINGS

Way Too Easy Char Siu Chicken Wings image

Sometime I don't have time to make a marinade so this works just fine. We leave the wing tips on and fold them back under the frst joint. This method creates pocket-like places for more marinade, it keeps them neat and tidy, easy to turn and no more burnt tips. The tips can be discarded by the folk who eat the wings.

Provided by omeomy 2

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 37m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

12 -15 chicken wings
1/2 cup char siu sauce
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

Pre heat oven to 400F (about 220C).
Microwave Char Siu and water (or heat on stove) and stir to combine.
Wash and pat dry wings.
Place wings in a big bowl or zip-lock bag.
Pour the Char Siu/water mix over.
Marinate for at least an hour.
Place wings on lined cookie sheet.
Pour half the marinade over the wings.
Bake for 12 or so minutes.
Turn wings over and pour on remaining marinade.
Lower oven temp to 350°F.
Bake 15 minutes more until golden brown.
Place on serving platter and scatter with the sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.3, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 113.2, Sodium 107.8, Protein 26.9

Tips:

Choose the right cut of chicken: Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts work best for char siu chicken. The bones and skin help keep the chicken moist and flavorful during cooking.
Make sure your marinade is flavorful: The marinade is what gives char siu chicken its signature flavor. Use a combination of soy sauce, rice wine, honey, hoisin sauce, and Chinese five-spice powder. You can also add other ingredients like garlic, ginger, and green onions to taste.
Marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours, or overnight: The longer you marinate the chicken, the more flavorful it will be. If you're short on time, you can marinate the chicken for as little as 30 minutes, but the flavor will be less developed.
Cook the chicken over high heat: Char siu chicken is traditionally cooked over charcoal, but you can also cook it in a grill pan or under a broiler. Be sure to cook the chicken over high heat so that it develops a nice char on the outside while remaining tender and juicy on the inside.
Baste the chicken with the marinade while cooking: This will help keep the chicken moist and flavorful. You can also add a glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and hoisin sauce to the chicken during the last few minutes of cooking for an extra boost of flavor.

Conclusion:

Char siu chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It's perfect for parties and potlucks, and it's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its sweet, savory, and slightly smoky flavor, char siu chicken is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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