Description
Plant-based barbecue ribs made from textured soy protein, marinated in a smoky rub and glazed with a sweet caramelized coating. These oven-baked ribs deliver tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture with a barbecue flavor twist, perfect for vegetarian or halal diets.
Ingredients
2 lbs textured soy protein, crumbled
1 cup low-sodium barbecue sauce
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup water or vegetable broth
Instructions
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C)
Lightly oil a baking sheet and crumble textured soy protein into a large bowl
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper
Sprinkle the rub over the soy protein and toss to coat
Let the spice mixture rest for 15 minutes
Pour 1/2 cup water/broth into the bowl and mix until moistened
Transfer mixture to the baking sheet and spread into a single layer
Bake for 25 minutes
Brush barbecue sauce evenly over the mixture
Continue baking for 10 minutes, or until glazed and caramelized
Notes
Let the spice rub rest to enhance flavor development
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup
Marinate soy protein for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator for deeper flavor
Pair with baked beans and cornbread for a complete meal