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Char Siu Chicken Roast


  • Author: Sarah White
  • Total Time: 40 minutes (plus marinating)
  • Yield: 23 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet, savory char siu sauce and roasted to perfection with a sticky, caramelized glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 300 grams chicken thighs (fatty ones preferred)

  • 1 tbsp honey

  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce or Kecap Manis

  • 2 tbsps brown sugar

  • 2 cloves garlic, pureed or grated

  • 1 inch ginger, pureed or grated

  • 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder

  • Pinch of white pepper

  • 1 tsp red food coloring (optional)


Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and trim excess fat while keeping enough for juiciness.

  2. In a bowl, whisk together honey, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, five-spice powder, white pepper, and optional red food coloring.

  3. Coat the chicken thoroughly in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.

  4. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with foil, placing a wire rack on top.

  5. Arrange chicken on the rack, leaving space between pieces, and roast for 25–30 minutes, basting halfway through, until caramelized and cooked through.

  6. Let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing into pieces.

  7. Optional: Brush with extra honey and briefly broil for a crispier glaze.

Notes

Marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Serve with steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating)
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Chinese