Vegan Perfectly Grilled Ribs

Satisfy your BBQ cravings with these smoky, tender Vegan Perfectly Grilled Ribs, crafted to deliver all the flavors you love—without any meat! Made from a protein-packed blend of vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour, these plant-based ribs are infused with bold seasonings like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and liquid smoke for an authentic hickory flavor. After a quick bake, they hit the grill to achieve that signature charred, caramelized crust, thanks to a generous slathering of tangy BBQ sauce. Perfect for summer cookouts or a hearty vegan dinner, these ribs are a showstopper that's easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Pair them with classic sides like coleslaw or cornbread for a meal that’s guaranteed to impress vegans and meat-eaters alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, soy sauce, maple syrup, blackstrap molasses, and liquid smoke.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Place the dough onto a clean surface and press it out into a rectangular shape, approximately 1/2 inch thick.

Step 6

Cut the dough into rib-sized pieces.

Step 7

Wrap each piece of dough in aluminum foil, sealing them well. This will prevent moisture loss during the baking process.

Step 8

Place the wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the ribs from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before unwrapping.

Step 10

Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 11

Brush the unwrapped ribs generously with BBQ sauce.

Step 12

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.

Step 13

Remove from the grill and serve hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(760.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1666.6

Total Fat 9.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3614.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 132.3g
Protein 190.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 659.9mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2104.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.9%

Protein: 44.8%

Carbs: 50.3%