CHAR SIU 
1 1/2 lbs. pork tenderloin

SAUCE:

3 tbsp. brown sugar
1/3 c. water
1/4 c. honey
1 tbsp. white wine or gin
1 tbsp. red food coloring
1 tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. monosodium glutamate
1/8 to 1/4 tsp. Chinese 5 spice
1 star anise

Rub sugar on pork. Combine remainder of sauce ingredients and pour over pork. Marinate 24 hours. Place baking rack in pan with a small amount of water in the bottom. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Turn; baste and bake additional 30 minutes. Slice in 1/4 inch slices and serve cold or hot as main dish or appetizer. Serves 6.

 

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