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Glazed Pork Barbecue: A Perfect Potluck Party Dish


Baked meals have always been among my favorites. There’s something wonderfully convenient about placing a dish in the oven and, while it cooks, having the freedom to tidy up, spend time with my children, or even take a quick shower. Before I know it, the timer goes off and dinner is ready to serve—effortless and satisfying.

This ease makes baked dishes especially valuable when entertaining guests or hosting parties, where there’s always so much to prepare and organize.

One such occasion was a potluck Christmas bash at a dear friend’s home, where I brought along my special glazed pork. The recipe itself is simple, one I’ve tried before with chicken wings, but this was my first time using pork. The result was delicious—everyone enjoyed it, and I was asked to share the recipe. So, this post is dedicated to them.

Ingredients: 
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
1-2 tsp vinegar
1 tsp sesame seeds
Salt to taste
1.5 kg of boneless pork cubes
(the balance of the sweetness, saltiness and sourness depends on your personal taste liking) 

 Method:
After the pork cubes are washed and cleaned, wrap it in a kitchen towel for a while, so that there is no water in the meat. This step is important so that there will be no extra liquid in the final dish. 
Place everything except the pork in a broiler-proof baking dish and whisk to combine.

Lay the pork in a single layer in the marinade and turn to coat. Cover, refrigerate, and marinate at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours, turning the pork at least once during the marinating time.

Remove the pork from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the oven to 180°C. 

Bake the pork until it starts to turn a dark brown colour, about 40 minutes.
Set the oven to broil about 3 to 5 minutes more. 

Note: If you’re using a glass or ceramic baking dish, do not skip step, where you bring it up to room temperature before baking, or else your dish could crack!

 Well, that's my glazed pork. It's the caramelisation of the brown sugar that gives the glazed appearance. You may sprinkle a bit of dried herbs like basil or parsley on top just before serving. 

 Do try this recipe with chicken wings as well...that's really yummy too.

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