Gluten-Free Char Siu Pork Bites

Instructions

1. 1In a medium bowl, combine the 1/4 cup gluten-free soy sauce, the 2 tablespoons honey, the 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, the 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, the 2 cloves of garlic (minced), the 1 teaspoon of ginger (grated), the 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder, and a drop of red food coloring.
2. 2Cut the about 450 g pork shoulder into 2.54 cm cubes. Add the about 450 g of pork shoulder cubes to the medium bowl with the marinade and stir everything together until the pork is fully coated. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, allowing the flavors to meld.
3. 3Preheat your oven to about 205°C (200°C).
4. 4Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the marinated about 450 g of pork shoulder cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
5. 5Bake the pork for 20-25 minutes at about 205°C (200°C). The pork bites are done when they are cooked through, appear slightly caramelized on the outside, and reach an internal temperature of 63°C when measured with a meat thermometer.
6. 6Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pork bites rest for 5 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the pork tender and flavorful.
7. 7Serve the Gluten-Free Char Siu Pork Bites hot.

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