Chinese BBQ Ribs (Char Siu Sticky Glaze, Authentic Cantonese in 1 Hr 30 Min)

Tutorial: how to make Chinese BBQ ribs — char siu sticky glaze with hoisin + honey + five-spice. 1 hr 30 min Cantonese.

Introduction

Tutorial: how to make Chinese BBQ ribs — char siu sticky glaze + slow roast + broiler crisp. 1 hr 30 min Cantonese.

Ingredients List

  • 3 lb pork baby back ribs + S+P
  • 1/2 cup hoisin + 1/4 cup soy + 3 tbsp honey + 2 tbsp Shaoxing + 2 tbsp brown sugar + 2 tbsp sesame oil + 1 tsp five-spice + 6 garlic + 2 tbsp ginger + white pepper + paprika + salt
  • 1/4 cup honey + 2 tbsp hoisin + 1 tbsp soy + 1 tbsp Shaoxing
  • Jasmine rice + bok choy + scallions + sesame + cilantro + chili oil

Timing

Close-up of Cantonese char siu ribs showing crispy lacquered exterior, tender pink meat, and shiny five-spice glaze Save

Marinate 30+. Roast 60. Crisp 10. Rest 5. Total 90 min.

Step 1 — Membrane + Marinate

Slip knife, peel. Marinade slathered. 30 min min, ideal 4-24 hr.

Step 2 — Sheet Pan Setup

325°F. Foil + rack. Meat up.

Step 3 — Roast 1 Hr

Brush 2x during cook.

Step 4 — Glaze

Simmer 5 min thick.

Step 5 — Broil 5+2

500°F. Glaze + 3-5 min. Glaze again + 2 min.

Step 6 — Rest 5 + Cut

Between bones. Over rice.

Nutritional Information

  • Calories 620 | Protein 40g | Fat 34g | Carbs 40g

Healthier Alternatives

Country-style ribs. Less honey. Skip glaze. More bok choy. Coconut aminos.

Serving Suggestions

Jasmine rice, bok choy. Chili oil, sesame. Spring rolls. Tsingtao.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Membrane on
  • Quick marinade
  • High heat
  • Broil too long
  • Cut early

Storing Tips

4 days fridge. Freeze 3 mo. 350°F 12 min covered reheat.

Conclusion

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FAQs

Shaoxing sub? Dry sherry.

Red color? Paprika.

Hoisin? Asian markets.

Make ahead? 24 hr.

GF? Tamari.

Boneless? Pork shoulder 1 hr 15.

Recipe Card: Chinese BBQ Ribs (Char Siu)

Marinate: 30 min+ | Roast: 1 hr | Crisp: 10 min | Total: 1 hr 30 min | Serves: 4 | Calories: 620/serving

Ingredients

  • 3 lb pork baby back ribs + S+P
  • Marinade: 1/2 cup hoisin + 1/4 cup soy + 3 tbsp honey + 2 tbsp Shaoxing + 2 tbsp brown sugar + sesame oil + five-spice + 6 garlic + 2 tbsp ginger + paprika + salt + white pepper
  • Glaze: 1/4 cup honey + 2 tbsp hoisin + 1 tbsp soy + 1 tbsp Shaoxing
  • Jasmine rice + bok choy + scallions + sesame + cilantro + chili oil

Instructions

  1. Remove membrane; season; slather marinade; rest 30 min minimum.
  2. Place ribs meat-up on rack over foil-lined sheet pan.
  3. Roast at 325°F for 1 hr, brushing with marinade twice.
  4. Simmer glaze 5 min until thick.
  5. Broil with 2 layers of glaze: 3-5 min + 2 more min.
  6. Rest 5 min; cut between bones; serve over jasmine rice.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 620 | Protein 40g | Fat 34g | Carbs 40g

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