Try this delicious Air Fried Char Siu recipe for a taste of Chinese BBQ pork at home. Marinated in a flavorful blend of traditional Chinese ingredients and air fried to perfection, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes (plus marinating)
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Air Fryer
Cuisine:Chinese
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade:
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
2 teaspoons sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
Main Ingredients:
1pound pork shoulder or pork loin, sliced into 1-inch thick strips
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, Chinese five-spice powder, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red food coloring if using. Mix well.
Marinate the Pork: Add pork strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place marinated pork strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Rest and Serve: Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
If you don’t have an air fryer, you can roast the pork in a 425°F oven for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through. Serve with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.