POR KWAN red spice mix for pork "CHAR SIEU" - classic Chinese taste simply and quickly

POR KWAN "Char Sieu" is a red spice blend designed to recreate the true essence of Chinese barbecue (Char Siu) in your kitchen. Its rich, sweet and sour flavor, subtle blend of spices and bold red color make this dish look like it has just arrived from the restaurant district of Hong Kong. Easy to use, quick to marinate and incredibly versatile, this is an ingredient that deserves a place in your kitchen cupboard.

Spice mix. What is it?

POR KWAN "Char Sieu" is a dry spice blend for preparing traditional Chinese-style grilled pork . Char Siu is inseparable from the red caramelized, juicy meat, which is roasted on a spit or in the oven. This blend:

• Made with an authentic Cantonese recipe

• Suitable not only for pork, but also for chicken, tofu or even mushrooms

• Does not require additional dressings or complicated steps

• Provides intense flavor and visually impressive results

What can be produced?

With this spice blend, you can create a variety of dishes, from classic to modern:

• Char Siu pork steaks are juicy, sweet and sour, and go great with rice or noodles.

• Char Siu burgers are an Asian twist on a Western classic.

• Bao (Bun) Filling – an authentic version with rich meat and fluffy dough.

• Wok dishes – thinly sliced ​​fried Char Siu meat with vegetables and noodles.

How to use?

Preparation is quick and easy:

1. Mix the entire contents of the packet with ½ cup of water.

2. Add 1 kg of meat and mix well.

3. Let marinate for at least 2-3 hours, preferably overnight.

4. Bake in the oven (180–200 °C) for 30–40 minutes, turning and basting with the remaining marinade.

The result is a fragrant, rich, dark red glaze and juicy, spice-soaked meat.

Origin and taste

Char Siu (translated as “grilled on a fork”) is one of the oldest and most famous dishes of Cantonese cuisine . It has been used since ancient times in street markets – strips of meat are grilled over an open fire, coated in a sweet marinade and hung in a display case to drip temptingly. The essence of the taste:

• Caramelized sugar or honey

• Garlic and onion

• A subtle hint of tartness

• Balance of soy, five-spice and salt

Useful tips

• Before cooking, let the meat warm up slightly to room temperature.

• You can also use it in a pan if you don't have an oven - it's important to turn it frequently.

• Use the remaining marinade for glazing – this will add extra shine and flavor.

POR KWAN – a true Chinese taste that is easy to recreate at home.