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glossy char siu chicken in a bowl of rice with a fried egg
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Char Siu Chicken

Classic HK BBQ pork with a twist!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Keyword char siu chicken, charsiu, hk bbq pork
Prep Time 30 minutes
Servings 2
Cost $5

Ingredients

  • 3-4 Chicken thighs
  • 1/2 tsp Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Five spice powder
  • 2 tsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Oyster Sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp Char Siu Sauce
  • 2 slices Ginger
  • 0.75 cup Water
  • 1.5 cups Cooked Rice
  • 1 Egg (optional)
  • Vegetables (optional

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs with char siu sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, five spice powder, sugar, and ginger. Mix well so the chicken is evenly coated. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes to soak in the flavors — but if you have more time, leaving it longer will only make it better.
  • Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a little oil. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for about 3 minutes until the skin is golden and slightly crisp. Flip and sear the other side for another 2 minutes to lock in flavor.
  • Pour in water directly into the pan. Cover with a lid and let the chicken cook for about 5 minutes. This step keeps the meat juicy while allowing the marinade to infuse deeper.
  • Remove the lid and continue cooking until most of the liquid has evaporated and the sauce becomes thick, glossy, and coats the chicken beautifully. Stir occasionally so it doesn’t burn.
  • Once the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, remove it from the pan. Slice into bite-sized pieces and drizzle the remaining sauce over the top. Optional: Serve it over a bowl of hot rice with a fried egg and vegetables for the perfect comfort meal.