Vegan Perfectly Grilled Ribs
Experience the smoky, savory delight of Vegan Perfectly Grilled Ribs, a plant-based masterpiece that's sure to steal the show at your next barbecue. Crafted with vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour, these ribs boast an irresistibly meaty texture, while bold flavors of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and liquid smoke deliver that authentic grilled essence. The ribs are baked to retain moisture before being charred to perfection on the grill, ensuring a tender, flavorful bite every time. Slathered in rich BBQ sauce, these vegan ribs make a mouthwatering centerpiece for summer cookouts, game day spreads, or any occasion where indulgence meets wholesome goodness. Get ready to wow with this cruelty-free, protein-packed grilling recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Vital wheat gluten
- 0.25 cup Chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.75 cup Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Blackstrap molasses
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir to mix the dry ingredients thoroughly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, soy sauce, maple syrup, blackstrap molasses, and liquid smoke.
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, stirring continuously until it forms a dough. Knead the dough in the bowl for about 3-5 minutes until it becomes elastic.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the dough onto a clean surface and press it out into a rectangular shape, approximately 1/2 inch thick.
Cut the dough into rib-sized pieces.
Wrap each piece of dough in aluminum foil, sealing them well. This will prevent moisture loss during the baking process.
Place the wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the ribs from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before unwrapping.
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Brush the unwrapped ribs generously with BBQ sauce.
Grill the ribs for about 4-5 minutes on each side, brushing with additional BBQ sauce as needed, until they have a nicely charred exterior.
Remove from the grill and serve hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.3 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3615 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.9 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.3 g | ||
| Protein | 190.5 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 660 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2104 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
