Ginger and Honey Baby Back Ribs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Ginger and Honey Baby Back Ribs
45 min.
6
541kcal

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our delicious Ginger and Honey Baby Back Ribs! This mouthwatering dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful blend of flavors that will transport you to a barbecue paradise. Infused with the zingy notes of fresh ginger, the sweetness of honey, and a hint of umami from fish sauce, these ribs are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe showcases tender, juicy pork ribs, expertly grilled to perfection. The marinade works its magic as it seeps deep into each rib section, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Whether you're hosting a weekend gathering or simply looking to elevate your weeknight meal, these ribs will make your dining experience truly memorable.

The grilling process adds a beautiful caramelized finish while preserving the succulent texture of the meat. Serve them up with a side of lime juice dip featuring coarse salt and white pepper for an extra layer of taste that enhances the natural flavors of the pork. In just 45 minutes, you can create a dish that rivals any restaurant, leaving your guests raving about your culinary skills.

So fire up the grill, gather your loved ones, and get started on this irresistible recipe that promises to be the star of your next meal!

Ingredients

  • 4.5 pound baby back ribs cut into 6-to 7-rib sections
  • tablespoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • tablespoons fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)
  • 0.3 cup ginger fresh peeled chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • teaspoons pepper white divided
  • tablespoons honey 
  • large lime halved
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • tablespoon sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • grill
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Place rib rackson work surface. Using small sharpknife, carefully pry papery membraneoff underside of each rib section (usecaution—it will be slippery).
  2. Place ribson large rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Combine ginger, garlic, sugar, 1tablespoon coarse salt, and black pepperin processor and puree to blend well.
  4. Addhoney, soy sauce, and fish sauce and processuntil blended.
  5. Spread spiced marinadeon both sides of ribs (about 2 tablespoonsmarinade per side for each rib section).Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerateat least 4 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made1 day ahead; baste ribs occasionally withaccumulated marinade on baking sheet.Keep chilled.
  6. Place each of 6 verysmall bowls on each of 6 small plates.
  7. Place 1teaspoon coarse salt and 1 teaspoon groundwhite pepper in neat mounds side by sidein each bowl, then place 1 lime half on platenext to each bowl.
  8. Spray grill rack with nonstick spray.Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Spoonany juices from baking sheet with ribs overribs before grilling.
  9. Place rib racks, rounded(meaty) side down, on grill rack. Grill ribs,uncovered, 8 minutes per side, then coverbarbecue and grill until ribs are cookedthrough, about 8 minutes longer per side.
  10. Transfer ribs to cutting board.
  11. Cutbetween bones into individual ribs.
  12. Transferribs to platter. Before serving, allow eachdiner to squeeze juice from lime into bowlwith coarse salt and white pepper and stiruntil mixed, then dip ribs into sauce.
  13. * Available in the Asian foods section ofmost supermarkets, at some specialty foodsstores, and at Asian markets.
  14. Ask the butcher to removethe papery membrane from the underside ofthe ribs—it can be a little difficult to do.

Nutrition Facts

Calories541kcal
Protein31.04%
Fat57.65%
Carbs11.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.06
Glycemic Load
5.77
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
25.003043397613%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
14.4mg
Naringenin
1.14mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:540.91kcal
27.05%
Fat:35.2g
54.15%
Saturated Fat:12.44g
77.75%
Carbohydrates:15.55g
5.18%
Net Carbohydrates:13.63g
4.95%
Sugar:8.73g
9.7%
Cholesterol:147.88mg
49.29%
Sodium:3320.4mg
144.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.64g
85.27%
Selenium:67.16µg
95.95%
Vitamin B3:15.04mg
75.2%
Vitamin B1:1mg
66.82%
Vitamin B6:1mg
50.24%
Vitamin B2:0.68mg
40.29%
Zinc:5.62mg
37.49%
Phosphorus:355.64mg
35.56%
Vitamin B12:1.23µg
20.48%
Vitamin B5:1.9mg
19%
Potassium:641.09mg
18.32%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.41%
Vitamin D:2.36µg
15.72%
Copper:0.28mg
14.09%
Iron:2.53mg
14.04%
Magnesium:55.38mg
13.85%
Vitamin C:11.37mg
13.78%
Calcium:98.95mg
9.9%
Fiber:1.92g
7.68%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.08%
Folate:7.86µg
1.96%
Vitamin K:1.89µg
1.8%
Vitamin A:70.36IU
1.41%
Source:Epicurious