Orange and Whisky-Glazed Plant-Based Ribs

Name: Orange and Whisky-Glazed Baby Ribs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6-8
Ingredients: 1/2 cup / 179g orange marmalade; 1 garlic clove (finely minced or grated); 0.4 inches / 1 cm of fresh ginger (finely grated, or 1 tsp of dried ginger); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp cracked black pepper; 2 tbsp whiskey; 2 x Baby Ribs; A sprinkle of salt; A drizzle of olive oil

WITH GARLIC AND GINGER

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Orange and Whisky-Glazed Plant-Based Ribs

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Sweet and Savoury - A perfectly balanced combination of sweet and tangy orange jam, spicy ginger, and savory plant-based ribs.
Easy To Prepare - This quick and easy recipe is a stress-free festive dish to keep in your back pocket for the upcoming holiday season.

Key Ingredients for Orange and Whiskey-Glazed Ribs

Baby Ribs pair well with the sweet and tangy glaze and turn perfectly tender in the oven.
Orange Jam brings a strong orange aroma, sweetness, and finger-licking stickiness to the glaze.
Whisky adds depth and smokiness.
Ginger brings spice.
Apple Cider Vinegar adds tang.

Equipment You’ll Need

Measuring spoons and cups / measuring jug
Small bowl for making the glaze
Parchment-lined baking tray
Pastry brush for brushing the ribs

How To Prepare Orange and Whiskey-Glazed Ribs

1. Prepare the Orange and Whisky Glazed

Combine orange jam, minced garlic clove, grated ginger, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and whisky in a small bowl and whisk.

2. Glaze the Vegan Ribs

Remove the ribs from the packaging and sprinkle with salt on both sides.

Brush the ribs racks with the orange and whisky glaze and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

3. It’s Time to Bake

Bake the ribs in a preheated oven for 25 minutes at 374°F/190°C, until sizzling and caramelized. Remove from the oven, and brush with the remaining glaze. Slice into individual ribs, and serve immediately.

Tips & Tricks

Use Fresh Ingredients. Fresh garlic and ginger are more fragrant than dried.
Let It Caramelize. Give vegan ribs time to caramelize in the oven for extra flavour.

Turn It Into a Meal. Serve the ribs with crunchy salad, crispy potatoes and extra roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

FAQ

Can I prepare this recipe without alcohol?

Yes, leave out the whiskey to make this recipe alcohol-free.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, just make sure you are using gluten-free Whiskey (some might contain gluten due to flavoring or barrel cross-contamination).

*Note: while Marbles Meats aren’t gluten-free certified, we do not use gluten in our recipe.

Can I prepare this ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the glaze and brush the ribs ahead of time. Store them in the fridge until you are ready to bake.

Can I use dried ginger and garlic instead of fresh?

You can swap fresh ginger and garlic for dried, but the result will be slightly different, since fresh ingredients are more fragrant.

What should I serve these ribs with?

Serve orange and whisky-glazed vegan ribs with crispy roasted potatoes, charred brussels sprouts, and crunchy salad.

Orange and Whisky-Glazed Baby Ribs

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Author:

Špela Turk

Servings

6-8

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

These sweet and tangy Orange and Whisky-glazed ribs are an absolute lifesaver for this holiday season. They come together in just 30 minutes, which means that they are perfect for any last-minute festive gathering that slipped your mind in the busy December calendar.

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Ingredients

Orange and Whiskey Glaze

1/2 cup / 179g orange marmalade
1 garlic clove (finely minced or grated)
0.4 inches / 1 cm of fresh ginger (finely grated, or 1 tsp of dried ginger)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp salt
1/8 tsp cracked black pepper
2 tbsp whiskey

Baby Ribs

2 x Baby Ribs
A sprinkle of salt
A drizzle of olive oil

Directions

Orange and Whisky Glaze

Combine the orange game, minced garlic, grated ginger, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and whisky in a small bowl and whisk to combine.

Cooking the Ribs

Preheat the oven to 374°F/190°C.
Remove the ribs from the packaging and sprinkle with salt. Using your finger, rub the salt onto the ribs.
Brush the ribs with orange and whisky glaze.
Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and drizzle with a bit of olive oil.
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning the ribs halfway through.
Once the ribs are nicely caramelized, remove them from the oven.
Slice into individual ribs, and serve immediately.

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