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Orange, honey & Cajun spiced asado ribs

Prep time15 min
Cook time135 min
Total time150 min
Servings4
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Ingredients
- 1.4 kg beef asado (short rib on the bone) ribs
- 1.4 cup (60ml) olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1.3 cup Cajun seasoning
- 1.3 cup honey
- 2 x 250g packets microwave red quinoa
- 250 g pre-diced butternut pumpkin
- 175 g green beans, halved
- 80 g baby rocket
- 1.3 cup mint leaves
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 60 g fresh ricotta cheese
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Step-by-step method
- 01Preheat oven to 180ºC (160º fan-forced). Line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- 02Place ribs in a large saucepan, cover with water bring to a simmer over low heat. Simmer gently, partially covered for 45 minutes.
- 03Meanwhile, in a bowl combine 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, Cajun seasoning, orange zest, half the orange juice and half the honey. Season.
- 04Remove ribs from water and drain. Cool slightly. Place ribs in a large snap lock bag, add marinade and rub to coat. Set aside for 30 minutes.
- 05Heat a large char-grill pan or barbecue over medium-high heat. Cook ribs for 2-3 minutes each side or until lightly charred. Place ribs on prepared baking tray, cover tightly with foil and cook for 1 hour 15 minutes-1 hour 20 minutes, or until tender, brushing occasionally with remaining honey. Set aside to rest for 10 minutes.
- 06Cook quinoa according to packet instructions.
- 07In a large bowl place quinoa, pumpkin, beans, rocket and mint. Drizzle over remaining oil, remaining orange juice and vinegar, season and toss to coat. Top with ricotta.
- 08Drizzle ribs with any pan juices and serve with quinoa salad.