Roast Red Pork (Char Siu)
Roast Red Pork (Char Siu)
This is Chinese in origin, but adapted to Thai cooking. This recipe is from a seasoning packet, as many westerners seem to be cautious with using these. This is straight forward and easy. And keep in mind, the Lobo brand packet has two packets inside for making this dish twice, cost savings right there. This packet is available in the US at most Asian markets. This is a very nice, mild flavor, the red is not from chili powder.
Ingredients
- 600 grams pork loin, (about 1⅓ lb)
- 1 packet package has 2 packets, Lobo brand package
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Cut the loins into 1 inch thick strips about 6 to 8 inches long.
- Mix 1 packet of seasoning in the ½ cup water in a shallow bowl, then add the pork loin in a single layer, turn the loins every 15 minutes or so. Marinate for 2-3 hours.
- This is the package I use, excellent quality, Lobo brand.
- Heat a large non stick pan on low heat, add the loin strips in a single layer, cover and cook for 5 minutes, turn over, cover, and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove the lid and cook turning occasionally until tender, about 5-10 minutes more.
- Transfer to a plate.
- Slice and serve with rice, vegetables, and Roast Pork Gravy if desired (also available in Lobo brand).
Notes
Pork loin would cost about 75 Baht/600 grams. For 4 servings, this is about 56 cents per serving.
Excellent flavor, my photo of the sliced loin is not as red as I only marinated for about an hour, I was making this for the family for dinner, well received, but when they are ready to eat, the marinating time got cut. Over all, great flavor, very easy, this will be a regular here now.