This is the SECRET to MELT in Your Mouth Char Siu

This is the SECRET to MELT in Your Mouth Char Siu - Chinese BBQ Pork

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Chinese BBQ pork (Char Siu 叉烧) is food I grew up with. Here's my version, 2020 style, made in the Instant Pot pressure cooker.
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@FloLum 4 жыл бұрын

Want some amazing melt in your mouth BBQ pork? You’ll be glad to know it’s also super easy! Happy Sunday! 💕

@evelynwix3834 4 жыл бұрын

Happy Sunday Flo and Dude! Looks yummy love your recipes 🐖

@FloLum 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Evelyn!

@CarbageMan 4 жыл бұрын

Bourbon is a great tip! I can't get any shaoxing wine here in Colorado that's not from China.

@gypsyl5691 4 жыл бұрын

Carbage Man I would be surprised if it didn’t come from there isn’t that it’s origin?

@CarbageMan 4 жыл бұрын

@@gypsyl5691 It's also made in Hong Kong and Taiwan, which is more retentive of Chinese culture than China. Additionally, China is infamous for cheating on food products. One never knows what's actually in them. I wouldn't doubt it's made in at least a couple other countries.

@lindamac7465 2 жыл бұрын

Hubby is Vietnam vet, and has eaten all over Southeast Asia. He said this is the best pork he has ever had! By the way my first instant pot meal! Thank-you, Flo!

@lydiachee4800 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Flo, I am a Malaysian and over here, you will still see chickens, ducks and char siew hanged up in the eatery shops! Thank you for showing this video. Yeah! I will definitely make this! Char Siew is truly our favourite!

@heyjude1101 3 жыл бұрын

I was born in San Francisco, I'm not Asian, but I love Chinatown too. That BBQ dish looks exceptional and delicious. I live in Arizona out in the country now, and wouldn't know where I could get that alcohol so I appreciate the bourbon suggestion. Flo, you are an awesome cook, dude you are an awesome taster. Thank you guys, great video!

@user-ng2zm2sg4j Жыл бұрын

I love how you let us know about ingredients that we will use more than once.

@wcody777 4 жыл бұрын

Flo, this is the best char siu recipe I've seen. I will definitely try it. I have seen you on America's Test Kitchen for years now, and have always loved your explanation and presentation. You are an excellent Sensei. I'm an American who learned to cook Chinese food from watching Martin Yan in the 80s and 90s (Yan Can Cook) and through many old-fashioned Chinese cookbooks I've worked hard to acquire. Years ago, I learned to cook pork pot stickers from the ATK recipe and sent a dozen to the owner of a local Chinese restaurant as a delivery tip. My wife told me I was crazy. (Yes, true.) Next time I called to order he said, "Cody, you come work for me". Before that, I invited a friend from Hong Kong over for dinner and served him my egg-drop soup and he said it tasted just like his mother used to make. To me, you are the new Martin Yan. I mean that as the highest compliment.

@FloLum 4 жыл бұрын

Alas, I am not Lan Lam in America’s Test Kitchen but I am flattered you think I was her. 😊

@myersberdon4858 2 жыл бұрын

@brucemcnair8887 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Flo & Dude!! We lived in HK over 20 years and have scarfed down some off the best cha siu in the world. We live in Bangkok now. We followed your recipe tonight to a T, using pork belly. Absolute perfection. Our son and BH pronounced it " the best" they've ever had. Thanks for sharing. We enjoy your vids. My wife was born in Hong Kong and also fuses her Cantonese cooking with a touch of western. Will try with shoulder next time.😎👍🏻

@KenpInmd 3 жыл бұрын

My fam loves this.. I make this with the country style spare ribs - they are pretty thick so I cook them a little longer and they are great.. I also tried taking the water liquid from the instapot after the ribs are cooked - putting into a fat separator to get just the liquid - cooking rice in the juice - I do cut it down with 1/2 water - turned out great as well..

@CdnChopSuey 3 жыл бұрын

❤️ Flo, it’s incredible that you blend childhood memories in Vancouver along with staple childhood eats. I love you guys.

@im4broke643 3 жыл бұрын

STOP! It's my 2:30 am in Georgia and I'm re-watching this video because you guys are so great. I've got a month old Insta-Pot unboxed, frozen pork belly and now starving. I think this was the first video of you guys I watched and subbed and liked. I'm going to bed and dream of Char Siu now.

@happyricecooker 3 жыл бұрын

Have made this recipe several times already, and yes, the pork belly has given the best results. Even my Chinese relatives agree it’s good! Thank you so much for sharing this Flo!!

@youfeerich540 3 жыл бұрын

I have eaten char siew in Malaysia, Hong Kong, Australia Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Taipei. My vote, without any doubt, for the best char siew is in Malaysia. 10 out 10 in Malaysia, and the rest just 7. Some Malaysian restaurants in Melbourne also have very delicious char siew. I was informed that the Malaysians use honey instead of sugar.

@benthekeeshond545 2 жыл бұрын

The really tasty char siew must be pork belly. The same as Flo is using here in this video. Char siew is a very mature food product. They are almost the same everywhere. I believe the Chinese in Malaysia use pork belly for their char siew. In general, pork belly is mainly for roast crispy pork.

@andngu 4 жыл бұрын

Just made this dish today. Thank you so much for sharing! God Bless you and your family! From Salem, Oregon ❤️

@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 3 жыл бұрын

I love that you give us amazing recipes with ingredients that we can find !!!! Dude has the best job ever !!!!

@julieanne3482 2 жыл бұрын

I used this recipe over and over. It’s so good and comes out perfect every time! Thank u!

@ginny8286 3 жыл бұрын

I was so excited to have received my IP the past weekend. This was the first recipe I made and it was delicious! Thank you so much for sharing so much simple, easy and delicious recipes.

@urguardianang31 4 жыл бұрын

Watching the progression of your videos from your early days to now, I love how comfortable and relaxed you have become in front of the camera

@FloLum 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It doesn’t feel like it!

@jrbutler1966 3 жыл бұрын

This is a recipe I have been looking for. I have been wanting to make my own Char Siu to eat and to use in pork buns. This is such a simple method. "Ohh..it can all fit"..I understand completely. I use so many pans because "I was sure the first one was big enough". I really like the connection with family culture you make as well. Thank you so much for sharing.

@weimingwee6404 3 жыл бұрын

Oh for sure the best char siew is in Malaysia! I am Singaporean but my family and I get our char siew fix in Malaysia!! Best!!

@rosariolarion7979 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been wanting to learn how to cook this kind of barbecue. I can’t thank you enough for sharing this recipe. Your Dude had done great job in tasting it. You are such a delight in front of the camera as looks so easy to prepare. Thank you. You guys are great tandem.

@jenniferperry7930 4 жыл бұрын

This looks amazing! I love your Instant Pot recipes. I’ll give this one a try with my family this week, for sure!

@FloLum 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Hope you enjoy it!

@arthuurwong49 Жыл бұрын

I doubled your marinade & glaze & really slathered on the pork belly -had 3 lbs-didn’t have honey but had some corn syrup ( not high fructose kind - get at Target store) came out great!!!😊

@antoniocuencanolan8658 4 жыл бұрын

Finally did this for dinner. Perfect! Very soft and tasty. We needed 6 minutes on broiler. Thank you for this! We all loved it.

@cwavt8849 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for trying the recipe and then review. It is a great help

@zinplease1595 4 жыл бұрын

Made it today and it turned out great! I’ll be doing this again for sure.

@generedwine6863 3 жыл бұрын

That looks and sounds awesome. Will definitely give this a try.

@pamlorey5383 3 жыл бұрын

My son and I made this for dinner. Turned out great. Made a few substitutions because I didn't have all ingredients. Did part of it in the instant pot and part of it sous vide. Both came out fantastic. A Happy New Year to your family.

@heyayran 4 жыл бұрын

U got that right! Ive tried Chinese BBQ pork in the states, hong kong and south east asia. NOTHING BEATS the ones in Malaysia. BBQ Pork & crispy pork belly (siew yoke) is the bomb there. Brought guests from hong kong to malaysia too. It's so good, they brought some home to share with their families!

@stevenrldenault7451 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Flo, I came upon this video this morning. Then watched several more from your channel. Happy to see you are making these dishes easier for wannabe cooks like me. Also pleased to hear you share your Faith. I Hope you are enjoying Vancouver, welcome to Canada. Its nice out there, I was stationed at the Army Barracks on the island in the mid 70's, loved it out there. Warm regards, Steve (64yrs), Manitoba.

@FloLum 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Steven... I was born and raised in Vancouver. 😉

@cheryl7784 4 жыл бұрын

Whoa! Mouthwatering! Thank you for sharing this amazing dish with us! Will definitely give this a try! 😊

@dorkyvonmunchmunch9912 3 жыл бұрын

Finally got around to making this. Who needs the neon red?! This was seriously tender and delicious. Much easier than I figured. I broiled 5 minutes per side and loved the char. Thank you for the great recipe!

@marivicgohil7648 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for sharing this recipe! i love charsiu pork because i worked in Hongkong for 8 long years and i embraced the yummy foods there. Now that i am in Vancouver i would love to try this recipe for my family. Be safe and healthy.😊

@AKitchenAdvisor 3 жыл бұрын

Simple and easy but juicy and delicious Pork BBQ. Excellent and timely summer recipe!!! Thanks for the tips and hints. We have been using Instant Pot for many recipes including Pork Ribs. Your recipe is a great addition to our Instant Pot collection.

@khimlim313 2 жыл бұрын

I left Malaysia over 3 decades ago and have been living in Toronto since. I'm so used to HK style char siu that I've almost forgotten about how it used to taste like back home until today... I made your version with pork butt (because that's all I have) and broiled in my Ninja (because my oven's broiler wasn't working). OMG! It's the best char siu as far as I could remember! My Hungarian husband said "It's the best!" and I had to stop him from finishing the other half :-) Thank you for making it so simple and delicious!

@FloLum 2 жыл бұрын

This comment warms my heart! Thank you, Khim! 🥰

@debw8531 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Flo ! I made your blueberry pie recipe yesterday and it was a hit. I can’t wait to try this recipe!

@nothere4589 4 жыл бұрын

I made this Saturday night and OMG its amazing!!!!

@Bearded_Toy_Guy 4 жыл бұрын

This marinade looks really good. I'm gonna try it on a bunch of different things. I might add some fresh ginger in it as well.

@kimrandall281 2 жыл бұрын

Made this last night and it was amazing. I baked it since I didn't want to pull out the Instant Pot but it was still excellent. Thanks for a great recipe!

@katsmith4365 3 жыл бұрын

I’m making this now. It looks so good , I have to try

@PKWW1 3 жыл бұрын

I grew up in Chinatown in Vancouver and I remember fondly of the hanging meat. The smells were amazing. Unfortunately it has changed so much, at least Maxim’s is still there. I moved away and where I am now we don’t have good Chinese food and have one tiny Asian grocery store. Looking forward to trying out this recipe.

@alanmartin6268 3 жыл бұрын

When you smile the world seems brighter.

@susann.1618 3 жыл бұрын

Okay, I'm finally buying the Pioneer Woman Instant pot (because I like the floral branding) tomorrow and making Char Sui for breakfast on Thursday morning. That looked sooooo good.

@cheta4949 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my my, making me hungry!! I'm making this tomorrow!! Thank You!! You always have Great recipes!!

@amelkomos 4 жыл бұрын

A new family favorite. Thank you❤

@noelfabela4899 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for this one! my kids gonna love this.... God bless you

@laurene2586 3 жыл бұрын

I made this recipe in my instant pot, and it was so delicious! The one mistake I made was broiling it too close to the heat element. Even though the parchment paper wasn't hanging over, it burned on the sides. Even though it was charred more than I would have liked, it still tasted great! Next time, I'll lower the oven rack one notch! Thanks for the recipe!

@NaMatwo2 4 жыл бұрын

Make it simple “Luv it” thanks for posting.

@lizdiaz8292 3 жыл бұрын

Deliciousness! This was amazing and melted in our mouth. Thank you for sharing this great recipe with us.😋

@ranger2316 3 жыл бұрын

Seriously ... I think I actually smelled this through my computer! Thanks!

@user-fo8jy9mz2o 4 жыл бұрын

My favorite BBQ pork place in Vancouver today is on Fraser street called Money BBQ and produce, but there are tons in Chinatown 10 years ago... I also had the best Char Siu in KL when I lived there. I remember that their portion is usually very generous as well.

@mikedepaz666 4 жыл бұрын

I LOVE THIS STYLE OF COOKING A BBQ ! AWESOME VIDEO , KEEP IT UP...

@xena4894 2 жыл бұрын

What a blessed guy to have such a wonderful chef. Love your recipes

@teresanava1800 3 жыл бұрын

My mouth is literally watering Love to watch your videos I’m Mexican how ever I truly think I must been Chinese on another life I can eat all your food everyday they call me chimexican because of my taste for Chinese food thank you for sharing your heritage your culinary experience you go girl!!

@josephlee7168 3 жыл бұрын

Flo, this is very good, I cooked it tonight, it makes my wife happy, I agree this is the best home-made Char-Siu I`ve ever had. Thank you for sharing and your recipe is simple.

@kathyliin8438 3 жыл бұрын

I made this recipe, and it was totally awesome. We all loved it. I had to come back and get the recipe. I'm making it again this weekend. Thanks so much. Yum.

@thnd-uo4vp 4 жыл бұрын

Why did I watch this at 11:46 PM... I am so hungry now. That looks amazing Flo, thanks for the recipe.

@ambikaroy5589 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making things so simple

@cunme71 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this awesome recipe. My family devoured it. Next time I'll add a bit of red baking color to make the meet look more authentic 😊

@broad100 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and thank you. I can't wait to try it.

@srichard4047 6 ай бұрын

I'm really enjoying your recipes. I love the way you don't use measuring spoons, I started doing that too, and it works just fine. Keep the recipes coming, thanks!

@marciarivas1239 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my lord, here from Panamá I loveeeeee your channel !!

@summerwood619 4 жыл бұрын

New sub, love how easy to follow your recipe

@dianna266 4 жыл бұрын

Looks absolutely yummioso. Will def make this for my fam.

@brendaowens1274 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making it easy for us. It looks scrumptious dear.

@albertc879 3 жыл бұрын

I tried Flo recipe just now using the Mealthy CrispLid for the broiling part (500F n 3-4 mins on each side). Boy oh boy, turned out wonderfully. Imagine you cook meat in IP and then broiling in IP, so convenient and less washing. Thank you Flo from the Bay Area!

@SB_whatevers 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting. I'm going to look for this.

@alanfujimori1127 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Flo. Going to prep today and try it tomorrow.

@BlackDogDesigns 2 жыл бұрын

That looks absolutely delicious, thank you for sharing! New subscriber here and my new Instapot arrives tomorrow and I will definitely be trying some of your recipes😋

@patiencecary8173 3 жыл бұрын

Just watched this and another video of you two and I think you guys are great. Looking forward to watching more.

@kdstoffel7574 3 жыл бұрын

She says “OMG, this smells so good” and holds out the bag... and I sniffed. 🤭

@FloLum 3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@kansasgardener5844 2 жыл бұрын

That's hilarious! 😂

@lumpcrabbarnacle3382 2 жыл бұрын

Lol!

@jettabartholomew1118 2 жыл бұрын

Me too 😂

@cherylireland8632 2 жыл бұрын

🤦🏽🙋🏽 me too 😂😂😂 i even laughed at myself

@pugletbuggs 4 жыл бұрын

Ohmygoodness another Flo YUM recipe!! I can't wait to make this :)

@leonieburnham322 3 жыл бұрын

I'm Australian and because we are here down in the Asia Pacific region we are blessed with all Asian cultures. Char Siu served just as you served it is so delicious and simple and one of my top 3 treat dinners... and yes to the pork belly, just about every char siu shop here offers both, along with the Duck and sausages etc.

@MK-tn6pz 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I had a piece of pork butt in my freezer. Normally I can go into Chinatown and buy char siu but with our Covid lockdown have been hesitant. If I can get a nice piece of pork belly I now make my own siew yuk, but I thought I'd try this with pork butt since I've never pressure cooked meat before. Winged it with the marinade and glaze. Can't say this is like char siew I've ever had but it came out delicious. So thank you for the inspiration and technique. This is going into my repertoire. I usually try to make char siew just in the oven. It’s never quite like what I buy so when I have pork butt it usually becomes chile verde.. I do like the pressure cooker, glaze and broil to carmelize steps.. It worked for my cut of pork. Thank you!

@livingwithplants6043 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely my 2nd dish to make. Thank you for sharing your simply easy dishes.

@mariafields8823 3 жыл бұрын

Omg ,I always wanted to know how To make this and you made it so simple to make . Thank you .... I’m making it tomorrow 😋

@karenlemley8656 3 жыл бұрын

OMGosh I need to make this! You're the BEST Flo!

@rankrsh756 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Thank you, I grew up in Malaysia and the char siu is very different than in Canada too. It’s never done in an oven but smoky Chinese bbq! The smoky char is the secret.

@rnmansfieldjr1664 Жыл бұрын

Char siu is a personal fav. Have watched this presentation several times; I never tire of your demonstration! Thx to Dude as well! Mahalo!

@sandyberghuis3360 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Flo and Dude, I have two large pork fillets and I am going to attempt cooking them in my newish air fryer 🤞Thanks for your time and effort’s teaching us to cook without all the pretentious stuff. Again thanks from Sandy in Adelaide , South Australian.😘😘

@stinger-1d878 4 жыл бұрын

It looks delicious! Thank Flo I alway loves charsiu. 👍

@lucydagdagan641 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this recipe! I already love it!

@abbygunn7987 3 жыл бұрын

Flo, I made this today. It was simply deeelicious!! Thanks for sharing. 🙌

@pinkyjohns5198 4 жыл бұрын

My husband buys char siu at our local Asian market, Uwajimaya, in Renton, WA! It’s his favorite!!

@thelifeofjools8384 3 жыл бұрын

Looks good ! I made it once, with pork loin.... one of the ingredients was fermented bean curd .... I don't have enough experience to say if it added flavour... But Char Siu pork is heavenly ! I think Crisping up the fat, like you did...is the way to go.... Thanks for the recipe...pork belly is way more affordable... 👍 best wishes...

@TheSharmoota 3 жыл бұрын

So glad I found this channel. Looks delicious.

@snych2001 3 жыл бұрын

Lots of great food in Malaysia. Hope you get inspired and bring us more delicious heart warming recipes.

@TheHeartSmart1 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going to try it, Flo! Love your videos!

@chauswriting Ай бұрын

instant subscribe! Such a great instruction Flo, cant wait to try this one myself

@LisaMarli 4 жыл бұрын

That looks amazing. Yum.

@neilerskine438 Жыл бұрын

"Dude" has the Best Job Ever!!!! Food Taster!!! :-0😁

@janicemattox6964 3 жыл бұрын

I just put in my Costco order for pork belly! I am making this tonight if my order arrives later🤗 I have everything else in my pantry at the moment!! I am so excited to try this...I’m sure you know that feeling!! Then I’m making the Garlic Noodles! Amazingly enough I even have a small piece of Parmesan to grate over them! Happy, happy with these thoughts, thank you!

@janicemattox6964 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, and it’s Sunday! Happy Sunday!

@wendyschnapa7582 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my! You brought back my fond childhood memories about Chinatown and the aroma in NYC. I love the fact that you tried it with ingredients that we can easily find. I will try it out for sure but with pork tenderloin and see if that works out well. I love using my IP as well. Thank you Flo and Dude for your recipes and videos!

@FloLum 4 жыл бұрын

Hope the tenderloin works. I have not tried it in the IP. Make sure to adjust the time accordingly.

@ytreece 3 жыл бұрын

Hope it worked out. I would do tenderloin roasted or grilled, and cooked just till barely done. It tends to toughen if cooked too long. The marinade sounds good though.

@stevelehman7637 2 жыл бұрын

That looks amazing! I can smell it already lol. Tender and glazed yum. Thank you for sharing with us. Have a instant pot to use too with it.

@vanlifewithleannaanddevon8436 3 жыл бұрын

I have used pork steaks. My mouth is watering... I am so glad I found your channel!

@brucemcnair8887 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Flo’nDude! Another great feast on this recipe- used a kilo of shoulder and one of belly. Cooked together . Couldn’t tell the difference. My family’s fave now. We’ve gobbled down some fine cha siu over the years, from HK to Richmond, but none are better than that produced with this recipe.👍🏻