The Best Vegan Ribs Recipe
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
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The best vegan ribs made with tender meaty jackfruit, wheat gluten and all the traditional smoky barbecue spices. These ribs are sure to impress even the pickiest meat eaters, a must make on your griddle, in the oven or your outdoor grill! No oil recipe.
High Protein Vegan Ribs!
They are real, they are a thing, they are totally legit!
I made a sietan and jackfruit based recipe that unbelievably resembles tender ribs on every level. The jackfruit really helps bring the ideal shreddable texture together and keep the moisture at an ideal level.
what is sietan ?
A high protein food made from vital wheat gluten with a chewy and stringy texture that resembles meat. When mixed with jackfruit it delivers magical texture and flavor.
what is jackfruit ?
A large, versatile tropical fruit with meaty texture.
When eaten ripe it has a sweet taste much like a mango and pineapple but when picked green it makes a fantastic meat substitute as it picks up whatever flavors you season it with. It should not be confused with “durian” a smaller fruit similar in shape but with a strong pungent odor.
These Ultimate Jackfruit Ribs Are:
mouthwatering
smoky & savory
tender meaty texture
high in protein
super easy to make
caramelized at the edges
cruelty-free
ultimate party food
they taste amazing
oil-free!
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Best Vegan Ribs
The best barbecue vegan ribs made with tender meaty jackfruit, wheat gluten and all the traditional smoky BBQ spices
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword vegan ribs
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 444 kcal
Author florentina
Ingredients
20 oz canned green jackfruit (packed in water not syrup)
1.25 cups vital wheat gluten + more as needed
3 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 tbsp sweet smoked paprika
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp mustard powder
1/2 tsp red chili flakes , or to taste
4 cloves garlic , grated
3/4 cups water (or low sodium vegetable stock)
3 tbsp tamari or coco aminos
1 cup BBQ sauce + more for dipping
2 leaves bay
1/3 cup fresh chives , for garnish
1 tsp liquid smoke (optional, only if you want a very smoky flavor)
sea salt + black pepper to taste (1/2 tsp each)
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375”F
Drain and rinse the jackfruit very well then boil it with the bay leaves and a pinch of sea salt for about 20 minutes until softened. Drain and mash with a potato masher or shred with a fork. Discard any tough parts.
In a medium bowl combine all the dry ingredients together then add the shredded jackfruit, tamari, water (or vegetable stock) and a pinch of sea salt. Mix well until a dough forms and use your hand to knead it for a good 5 minutes until the dough holds together nicely. Add a little extra sprinkling of wheat gluten if the dough seems too wet or a little more water if it feels to dry.
Shape the dough down into a rectangle loaf about one inch thick then slice in half crosswise.
Grill & Oven Method:
Preheat a seasoned cast iron griddle over medium flame. Grill the ribs for about 3 minutes on each side until nice grill marks form.
Meanwhile line a 5 x1 0 rectangle shaped baking dish with parchment paper. Spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce over the bottom and place the grilled ribs on top. Spread the top with a thin layer of barbecue sauce and cover the pan with aluminum foil (or a lid) and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Use a pair of kitchen tongues and carefully flip the ribs. Brush with more barbecue sauce on top and bake uncovered for another 20 minutes.
Remove from the oven and allow to set for a few minutes. Using a sharp serrated knife to cut the ribs alongside the grill marks and serve on a bed of mashed potatoes with extra sauce and garnished with the fresh chives.
Easy Oven Baked Method:
Alternatively you can skip the grilling step and bake the ribs in the oven.
Spoon some BBQ on the bottom of the pan, place the ribs on top and brush with more BBQ sauce. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Allow to cool and set for a few minutes before slicing with a sharp knife.
Bone In Method:
Soak bamboo sticks, popsicle stick or cinnamon stick in warm water for 20 minutes.
After shaping the rib mixture into a rectangle push the soaked bones through the dough about one inch apart.
Spread some sauce in the bottom of the pan and place the rib rack on top. Spread more barbecue sauce over the top and cover with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.
How to Reheat the Ribs:
To reheat the ribs preheat a cast iron griddle or fire up the grill. Cook the ribs on medium low flame for a few minutes on each side until warmed through. Remember to brush with more BBQ sauce while grilling. This method will add extra smokiness to the ribs and nice charred grilled marks.
Nutrition Facts
Best Vegan Ribs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 444 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g 3%
Sodium 1527mg 64%
Potassium 568mg 16%
Total Carbohydrates 76g 25%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 24g
Protein 34g 68%
Vitamin A 25.4%
Vitamin C 5.6%
Calcium 16.5%
Iron 23.8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.