How to make delicious barbecued pork
Barbecue pork is a classic dish in Cantonese cuisine. It is bright red in color, tender and juicy in taste, and is deeply loved by the public. If you want to make delicious barbecued pork, you not only need to choose the right ingredients, but also master key steps such as marinating and grilling. The following is a summary of the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days about the production of barbecued pork. Combined with structured data, we present you with a detailed guide to making barbecued pork.
1. Core ingredients and seasonings of barbecued pork

The key to making barbecued pork lies in the selection of ingredients and seasonings. The following is a list of commonly used ingredients and seasonings:
| Ingredients/seasonings | Dosage | function |
|---|---|---|
| Pork plum or pork belly | 500g | The meat is fresh and tender, with alternating fat and lean textures. |
| BBQ pork sauce | 3-4 tablespoons | Core seasoning to impart sweet and savory flavors |
| honey | 2 tablespoons | Adds shine and sweetness |
| light soy sauce | 1 tablespoon | Improve freshness and saltiness |
| Old soy sauce | 1 teaspoon | Color |
| cooking wine | 1 tablespoon | Remove the fishy smell |
| minced garlic | 1 teaspoon | add fragrance |
2. Preparation steps of barbecued pork
1.Meat selection and cuts: Choose fat and lean pork plum blossoms or pork belly, cut into long strips about 3 cm wide for easy marinating and grilling.
2.pickled: Mix the meat pieces with barbecued pork sauce, honey, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, and minced garlic evenly to ensure that each piece of meat is fully coated with the sauce. Marinate for at least 4 hours, preferably refrigerated overnight to make the meat more flavorful.
3.grilled: Preheat the oven to 200°C, place the marinated meat pieces on the grill, and brush with a layer of honey water (mix honey and water 1:1). After baking for 20 minutes, turn over, brush with another layer of honey water, and continue baking for 15-20 minutes, until the surface is bright red.
4.Slicing and plating: The grilled barbecued pork is slightly cooled, then sliced, plated and ready to eat.
3. Common problems and solutions for making barbecued pork
| question | Reason | solution |
|---|---|---|
| Barbecued pork too dry | Baking time is too long or temperature is too high | Lower the baking temperature or shorten the baking time, and brush with honey water to moisturize during the process. |
| The color is not bright enough | Insufficient amount of dark soy sauce or no honey water | Increase the proportion of dark soy sauce and brush honey water several times during baking |
| The taste is bland | Insufficient marinating time or improper seasoning ratio | Extend the marinating time and adjust the amount of barbecued pork sauce and light soy sauce |
4. Innovative ways to cook barbecued pork
In addition to traditional methods, some innovative methods have also been mentioned in the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days:
1.Air fryer version of barbecued pork: Bake in an air fryer at 180°C for 15 minutes, flip over and bake for another 10 minutes. The effect is similar to that of the oven and is more time-saving.
2.Rice cooker version of barbecued pork: Put the marinated meat into the rice cooker, press the cooking button, and turn it over once in the middle. It is suitable for families without an oven.
3.Add fruit flavoring: Add a small amount of pineapple or apple puree when pickling to add fruity flavor and reduce greasiness.
5. Pairing suggestions for barbecued pork
Barbecued pork can be served alone as a main dish or paired with other ingredients:
| Pair with ingredients | Reasons for recommendation |
|---|---|
| rice | A classic combination, the rice with barbecued pork sauce is even more delicious |
| Stir-fried vegetables | Relieve greasiness, balanced nutrition |
| Barbecue pork buns | Cantonese style dim sum with rich taste |
Conclusion
Making barbecued pork seems simple, but the details determine success or failure. From selecting ingredients to baking, every step needs to be carefully controlled. Through the above structured data and step-by-step analysis, I believe you can easily make attractive, red and tender barbecued pork at home. Come and try it!
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