Cantonese BBQ Beef Brisket From Panda Express (Food Review)

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What Is The Cantonese BBQ Beef Brisket From Panda Express?

The Cantonese BBQ Beef Brisket from Panda Express is a newly released, limited-time premium entrée available nationwide. It features slow-cooked beef brisket that is hand-sliced and flame-seared in a wok, then tossed in a sweet, savory, and slightly smoky Char Siu-style BBQ sauce made with soy sauce, fermented soybean paste, and sesame oil.

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Pros Of The Cantonese BBQ Beef Brisket From Panda Express

The beef brisket is slow-cooked until it falls apart, yet flame-seared on the wok to give it a great charred crust.
The soy, fermented soybean pasta, and sesame oil glaze gives it a sweet, savory, profile that blends American BBQ and Chinese flavors.
At 44 grams of protein per 5.61 oz serving (meat only), it is the highest protein entrée on the Panda Express menu.

Cons Cantonese BBQ Beef Brisket From Panda Express

Because it’s classified as a premium entrée, it requires an extra upcharge (typically around $1.95 on top of standard bowl or plate prices.
The beef comes in very large chunks, which some may find a bit chewy or slightly difficult to eat in one bite without a knife.
The item is only offered as a limited-time promotional item.

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Final Thoughts

The slow-cooked beef brisket has a melt-in-your-mouth tenderness that pairs perfectly with the deeply savory, sweet, and smoky sauce, which features a very nice, mild kick. The brisket also has a beautiful caramelized, blackened outer bark that mimics the flavor of high-quality barbecue burnt ends. I have to say this is the best fast-food release of the year. I highly recommend going to your local Panda Express to give it a try—it is well worth the premium price.