Lee Kum Kee (LKK) Char Siu Sauce (397g) is a thick, honey- and soy-based Chinese barbecue marinade. It is the essential shortcut to recreating authentic, sweet, and savory Cantonese-style roast pork (Char Siu) at home. Product:The sauce delivers a balanced, umami-rich flavor profile with heavy notes of garlic, honey, and traditional five-spice. Texture: Thick and concentrated paste ideal for high-heat caramelization. Dietary Alert: Contains soybeans, wheat, and barley (gluten). Key Components (per 100g): Contains approximately 252 calories, 60g of carbohydrates (55g from sugar), and 11.1g of salt. Core Ingredient BreakdownThe flavor is built upon a balance of sweet, salty, and fermented elements. The global recipe sourced via Lee Kum Kee generally consists of:Sweeteners: Sugar, honey, malt syrup, and high fructose corn syrup.Salty & Umami Bases: Fermented soybean paste, salt, and traditional soy sauce.Aromatics & Spices: Dehydrated garlic, blended spices (typically including Chinese five-spice powder), and organic food coloring for the signature dark red hues. How to Use It:This versatile condiment acts as a marinade, a basting glaze, or a flavor enhancer. Marinating: Combine the sauce with sliced pork shoulder (butt), chicken wings, or ribs. Let it sit for a minimum of 30 minutes, though overnight is recommended for deep flavor penetration. Basting & Glazing: Brush an extra layer of the sauce over the meat during the final 5 to 10 minutes of baking, roasting, or grilling to yield a glossy, caramelized crust. Stir-Frying: Toss a spoonful into the wok alongside noodles, rice, or vegetables to introduce an instant sweet-savory upgrade