WebCombine water, honey, plum sauce, rice wine (or sherry), dark and reduced-sodium soy sauces, oil, five-spice powder, scallions, ginger and garlic in a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. …
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If you have had Chinese deli meats, you would be familiar with Char siu (Chinese bbq pork). Star anise, one of 4 other spices. So sweet and glazed with honey sugary goodness. Kissed with the fragrance of five spice, with its hint of licorice and anise.
Char Siu is a combination of sweet and spicy flavors. With the slight charred after bite, it will remind you of your favorite Chinese BBQ. The marinade resonates with each bite, so it's absolutely worth the wait. Why Is Chinese Pork Red? In Chinese culture, many foods include red food coloring.
Pork butt/shoulder is one of the most popular cuts for char siu because it’s slightly lean but still offers some fatty and lean pieces. I like to use this cut of meat because it’s so moist that you’re less likely to overcook it. Pork belly will give you ultra fatty and juicy pieces of char siu.
While the Char siu is cooking, place the reserved half of the sauce in the microwave and cook on high for 45-60 seconds stirring every 15 seconds. You are doing this to thicken the sauce a little. Since it has honey in it, be careful to not overcook otherwise you will have char siu toffee (ask me how I know).