Orange Country Style Ribs

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Orange Country Style Ribs to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Orange Country Style Ribs, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
• 4 pounds pork country-style ribs
• 6 ounces can tomato paste
• 1/2 cup brown sugar -- packed
• 1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate -- thawed
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon mustard
• 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Cut ribs into 1 rib portions

Step 2: Technique & Execution

For sauce, combine remaining ingredients; mix well

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Place a large piece of foil over coals beneath grill to catch dri[[ings

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Place ribs on grill, about about 6 inches above slow coals

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Close hood of grill and cook about 20 min. turn ribs and cook, covered, 20 min. more

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Brush ribs with sauce and cook covered , 25-35 min.more or until done, turning and basting frequently with sauce