Bourbon-Glazed Baby Back Ribs

Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Bourbon-Glazed Baby Back Ribs
45 min.
6
601kcal

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If you’re in the mood for a meal that combines bold flavors and tender, juicy meat, then look no further than these Bourbon-Glazed Baby Back Ribs! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any festive occasion, this recipe brings together the smoky sweetness of bourbon with a dash of heat from hot chili paste, creating a glaze that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With a cooking time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious main course for six people, making it a fantastic choice for family gatherings or game day parties.

These ribs shine in their simplicity; just a few key ingredients enhance the natural flavor of the pork without overwhelming it. The addition of tangy pineapple juice and rich hoisin sauce provides a delightful contrast to the savory notes of the bourbon and soy sauce. Best of all, this dish is entirely dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

Imagine the anticipation as you pull these succulent ribs off the grill, perfectly glazed and caramelized to a golden brown. Whether you serve them with your favorite sides or enjoy them on their own, these bourbon-glazed baby back ribs are sure to become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire. Fire up the grill and get ready for a hearty meal that will impress your friends and family alike!

Ingredients

  • 4.5 pound baby back ribs 
  • 0.3 cup bourbon 
  • 0.8 teaspoon chili paste depending on your taste pref hot (such as sambal oelek)
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 1.5 tablespoons hoisin sauce 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 1.5 teaspoons blackstrap molasses light ()
  • cup pineapple juice unsweetened
  • tablespoon plum sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons soya sauce 
  • 1.5 teaspoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • roasting pan
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Whisk first 11 ingredients in small bowl.
  2. Do ahead: Glaze can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  4. Place long sheet of heavy-duty foil on each of 2 large rimmed baking sheets.
  5. Sprinkle rib racks on all sides with salt and pepper.
  6. Place 1 rib rack on each foil sheet. Fold up sides of each foil sheet around rib rack to form boat-like shape.
  7. Pour 1/2 cup pineapple juice over each rib rack. Fold up foil to seal packets.
  8. Bake until ribs are tender, about 1 hour.
  9. Remove ribs from foil packets.
  10. Transfer to roasting pan; pour any juices from foil over and cool.
  11. Do ahead: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate.
  12. Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
  13. Cut each rib rack in half. Grill until browned, brushing frequently with glaze and turning often, about 10 minutes.
  14. Cut racks between bones into ribs.
  15. *An Indonesian hot chili paste; available at many supermarkets, at Asian markets, and from mingspantry.com.

Nutrition Facts

Calories601kcal
Protein28.51%
Fat54.56%
Carbs16.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.38
Glycemic Load
10.42
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
23.678261178991%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:601.37kcal
30.07%
Fat:35.31g
54.32%
Saturated Fat:12.43g
77.71%
Carbohydrates:24.65g
8.22%
Net Carbohydrates:24.25g
8.82%
Sugar:20.96g
23.29%
Cholesterol:148mg
49.33%
Sodium:498.36mg
21.67%
Alcohol:3.34g
100%
Alcohol %:1.43%
100%
Protein:41.51g
83.03%
Selenium:67.25µg
96.08%
Vitamin B3:14.81mg
74.07%
Vitamin B1:1.01mg
67.44%
Vitamin B6:0.97mg
48.54%
Vitamin B2:0.69mg
40.4%
Zinc:5.58mg
37.21%
Phosphorus:343.07mg
34.31%
Vitamin B12:1.2µg
20%
Potassium:650.69mg
18.59%
Vitamin B5:1.82mg
18.2%
Vitamin D:2.36µg
15.72%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.03%
Copper:0.26mg
12.78%
Iron:2.17mg
12.03%
Magnesium:47.15mg
11.79%
Calcium:81.88mg
8.19%
Vitamin C:4.36mg
5.28%
Vitamin E:0.55mg
3.64%
Folate:9.18µg
2.3%
Fiber:0.39g
1.57%
Vitamin A:55.38IU
1.11%
Source:Epicurious