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Ingredients
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Pork Marinade
Glaze
Method
Marinating Pork
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, Chinese five-spice powder, minced garlic, minced ginger, and rice vinegar. Whisk together until well mixed.
- 2
Marinate the Pork
Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
Cooking the Pork
- 3
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 4
Roasting the Pork
Remove the pork from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Place the pork on a wire rack over a baking tray. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, basting with the reserved marinade every 20 minutes.
Preparing the Glaze
- 5
Make the Glaze
In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, water, and cornstarch. Stir well and cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Add sesame oil and stir to combine.
- 6
Glazing the Pork
During the last 10 minutes of roasting, brush the glaze generously over the pork. Return to the oven to finish cooking and caramelize the glaze.
Serving
- 7
Slice and Serve
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice into pieces and serve with additional glaze on the side if desired.
