Chef Neal's Baby Back Ribs with Orange-Chipotle Gla

Name: Chef Neal's Baby Back Ribs with Orange-Chipotle Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 or 6 slabs baby back ribs, about 10 to 12 ribs per slab; Chinese five-spice powder; Kosher salt; Coarse black pepper; Orange Chipotle Glaze, recipe follows; 1 cup orange juice; 2 cups cider vinegar; 1 (7-ounce can) chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, pureed in the blender or finely chopped; 1 cup soy sauce; 8 cups sugar

Servings: persons

1
Preheat a home smoker to 200 degrees F.
2
Season the ribs on both sides with spices.
3
Place the ribs in the preheated home smoker, and smoke for 20 minutes.
4
Remove the ribs from the smoker and allow to cool.
5
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
6
Wrap the ribs in plastic wrap, then in foil, place on a baking sheet, and bake at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 hours.
7
Remove the ribs from the oven and allow to cool while still wrapped.
8
Prior to serving, spoon the Orange-Chipolte Glaze over the ribs, liberally coating both sides.
9
Serve 1 slab of ribs per person, and pass the Orange-Chipotle Glaze at the table.
10
In a heavy 3-gallon non-reactive stockpot, reduce the orange juice to 1/4 cup.
11
Add the remaining ingredients and cook over medium-high heat until the sugar has melted and the sauce has reduced to 4 cups and coats the back of a spoon, about 20 to 30 minutes.
12
Note: Be sure to use a large pot as specified, and also watch carefully while reducing the glaze ?
13
it has a tendency to overboil!

1637

kcal

Calories

Fat

412

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 or 6 slabs baby back ribs, about 10 to 12 ribs per slab, Chinese five-spice powder, Kosher salt, Coarse black pepper, and more.

Yes, Chef Neal's Baby Back Ribs with Orange-Chipotle Glaze falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chef Neal's Baby Back Ribs with Orange-Chipotle Glaze

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