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Char Siu
Char siu is a beloved Cantonese barbecued pork dish known for its distinctive red hue and sweet-savory glaze. This iconic preparation features pork shoulder or belly marinated in a fragrant mixture of five-spice powder, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, and red fermented bean curd (which gives it that signature color).
To make char siu, the marinated meat is traditionally hung on hooks and roasted in a special oven, allowing the fat to render while the exterior caramelizes to a glossy finish. The result is tender, juicy pork with a complex flavor profile – simultaneously sweet, savory, and slightly smoky. Often sliced and served with rice or added to noodle dishes, char siu is a versatile staple in Chinese cuisine.
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Top Chef ™ is an American reality competition television series which has run since March 2006. The show features professional chefs competing against each other in culinary challenges.
The Top Chef ™ chef-contestants are judged by a counsel of exemplary, world-renowned professional chefs and famous names from the food and wine industry.
The contestants are superb, professional chefs with a huge array of global food skills.
The show is progressive, eliminating one or two chefs each week. Each episode follows a consistent theme with (usually) a Quickfire challenge (short and fun) followed by a more difficult "Elimination Challenge" that is much more intense. The Top Chef ™ Judges Table is where the winners and losers are determined each week.
