Step 1

Cut the pork into 1 inch thick slices. Using a fork, stab the pork on all sides to tenderize and allow the marinade to penetrate deeper.

Step 2

In a bowl, mix the sauce marinade ingredients together.

Step 3

In another bowl, set aside 2 tbsp of the sauce marinade. Add honey and water and mix well. This honey marinade will be used to baste the pork while it's cooking.

Step 4

In a Ziploc bag or container, add the pork and sauce marinade. Rub the marinade into the pork to coat well. Let it marinate in the fridge for 12-24 hours (the longer the better!).

Step 5

Preheat the air fryer at 400F/205C. Place the marinated pork in the air fryer making sure there is enough space on all sides.

Step 6

Cook for 3 minutes, then baste with the honey marinade. Flip and baste the other side. Cook for another 3 minutes. Repeat 2 more times. Cook for a total of 12 minutes. Depending on the thickness of your pork, you may need to cook it for another minute or two.

Step 7

Remove the char siu from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes before cutting.

Step 8

*Optional* Save the sauce drippings from the bottom of the air fryer pan/tray and pour it over the cooked char siu.

Step 9

Serve with jasmine rice and your favorite vegetables!