Inspired by the traditional flavors of Cantonese char siu, this Chinese BBQ spice mix is good for so much more than Cantonese BBQ pork. Use as a dry rub for chicken, tofu, and other proteins when grilling. Season stir-fries or use to create a Cantonese barbecue sauce. Great with spring rolls, vegetables, rice, lo mein, and other noodle dishes.
This sweet, spicy dry rub for pork is garlicky and peppery with medium-low heat and aromatic and licoricey notes.
Season proteins and veggies, like pork, chicken, or carrots, before grilling or roasting. For marinade, mix equal parts Chinese BBQ powder, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and olive oil.
The spicy, sweet, complex flavor of this BBQ seasoning was inspired by traditional Chinese, char siu, which is a Cantonese barbecued pork. To learn more, go Behind the Seasoning: Cantonese BBQ Pork Rub.
This pork rub has aromatic spices found in Chinese Five Spice. Salt, sugar, and other ingredients balance the flavor for a versatile rub.
If you liked our Asian Delight BBQ Rub, you'll enjoy this rub. We have added paprika to make it more versatile and the composition more closely parallels the traditional Chinese char siu, but they have very similar flavors.
Do you grill before or after dry rub?
For the most authentic Cantonese-style flavor, apply dry rub generously before grilling.
Why is Chinese pork red on the outside?
Chinese pork is typically red in color on the outside is created with a fermented bean curd, but some restaurants can also use red food coloring to make the color even more vibrant.
MSG-Free
Nut-Free
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Onion-Free
Corn-Free
Sesame-Free
Vegetarian
Vegan
Sugar, salt, paprika, garlic, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, crushed red pepper, star anise, fennel, cloves, white pepper
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