Orange and Soy Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Name: Orange and Soy Baby Back Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 racks (1 1/2-2 Lb. Size) Pork Baby Back Ribs; 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar; 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 3 teaspoons Grated Orange Zest, Divided; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil; 5 cloves Garlic, Minced; 4 Green Onions, Chopped; 1 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice; 1/2 cups Low Sodium Soy Sauce; 1 teaspoon Freshly Grated Ginger; 1/4 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 3 Tablespoons Honey

Servings: persons

2 racks (1 1/2-2 Lb. Size) Pork Baby Back Ribs
2 teaspoons Brown Sugar
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
3 teaspoons Grated Orange Zest, Divided
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Tablespoon Grape Seed Oil
5 cloves Garlic, Minced
4 Green Onions, Chopped
1 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
1/2 cups Low Sodium Soy Sauce
1 teaspoon Freshly Grated Ginger
1/4 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
3 Tablespoons Honey

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Many ribs have a tough membrane along the back side.
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Loosen the membrane with a butter knife and peel off or ask butcher to remove it.
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Fit the ribs to a roasting pan, cutting in half if needed.
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In a small bowl, mix together the dry rub ingredients: brown sugar, cumin, cayenne pepper, 2 teaspoons orange zest, salt, and pepper.
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Rub evenly onto all sides of the ribs.
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Place the ribs in a roasting pan, cover in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. In a saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
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Saute the garlic and onions until softened, about 2 minutes.
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Add in the orange juice, soy sauce, ginger, chili flakes, and remaining 1 teaspoon orange zest.
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Bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes.
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Pour into the roasting pan and cover with aluminum foil.
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Cook for about 2 1/2 hours or until the ribs are tender.
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When ribs are tender, remove from the oven and turn oven to broil.
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Carefully pour the braising liquid into a saucepan.
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Add in the honey and bring to a boil.
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Cook until sauce is reduced by half, about 7 minutes.
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Brush the ribs with the sauce and place under broiler until sauce is bubbly and ribs are caramelized with crispy edges, about 2-3 minutes.

265

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Protein

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 racks (1 1/2-2 Lb. Size) Pork Baby Back Ribs, 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar, 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin, 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper, and more.

Yes, Orange and Soy Baby Back Ribs 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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Orange and Soy Baby Back Ribs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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