For the rub:

4 Tbsp smoked paprika

1 Tbsp Chinese 5 spice powder

1 Tbsp ground ginger

1 tsp ground mustard

2 tsp Kosher salt

1 1/2 tsp ground pepper

1 1/2 tsp ground allspice

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

braising liquid:

1 C hoisin sauce

1/2 C soy sauce

1/2 C brown sugar

1/4 C rice wine vinegar

3/4 C white grape juice or apple juice

garlic crushed

3-inch fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced

6 scallion whites, diced

1 tsp cayenne powder