Char Siu Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Char Siu Marinade
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¼ cup hoisin sauce
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¼ cup soy sauce
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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1 teaspoon minced ginger
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1 tablespoon red food coloring (optional)
→ For the Chicken
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4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (or boneless, skinless if preferred)
→ For Garnish
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Sliced green onions
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Sesame seeds
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice wine, oyster sauce, five-spice powder, garlic, ginger, and food coloring (if using). Stir until well incorporated.
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Place chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for 2-3 hours to allow flavors to penetrate.
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Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or your oven to 190°C (375°F).
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For grilling: Grill the chicken for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with extra marinade, until internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F). For roasting: Place chicken on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, basting occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
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Slice the chicken, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.
# Notes:
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Hoisin sauce adds a sweet and salty depth to the marinade.
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Five-spice powder gives the dish its signature flavor.
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Chinese rice wine provides slight acidity and enhances the flavors.
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Honey balances the saltiness of the soy sauce and adds a rich sweetness.