Heart-Healthy Classic Barbecued Ribs
Enjoy the smoky, savory flavors of barbecue without compromising your health with our **Heart-Healthy Classic Barbecued Ribs**. Made with lean pork ribs and a low-sodium, homemade sauce, this recipe is crafted to deliver guilt-free indulgence. A flavorful spice rub featuring paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of dark brown sugar gives the ribs a mouthwatering kick, while apple cider vinegar and chicken broth ensure they remain moist and tender during baking. The tangy sauce—infused with honey, Dijon mustard, and a hint of liquid smoke—provides the perfect finishing touch as the ribs caramelize to perfection on the grill. Ideal for gatherings or weeknight dinners, these ribs balance bold barbecue flavors with heart-conscious ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Lean pork ribs
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dark brown sugar
- 1 cup Tomato sauce (no salt added)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke flavoring
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Start by preparing the rub: In a small bowl, mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and dark brown sugar.
Remove any membrane on the back of the ribs. Rub both sides of the ribs with olive oil, then coat with the prepared spice rub.
Place the ribs in a large baking dish. Pour the apple cider vinegar and chicken broth into the dish around the ribs. Cover with foil tightly, ensuring it is sealed well.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 2 hours or until the ribs are tender.
While the ribs are baking, make the barbecue sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, honey, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke. Stir well and heat over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes until slightly thickened. Set aside.
After baking, preheat your grill to medium heat. Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes, still covered.
Transfer the ribs to the preheated grill. Brush generously with the homemade barbecue sauce.
Grill the ribs for about 10 minutes, turning and basting occasionally with more sauce, until they are caramelized and slightly charred.
Remove from the grill, let them rest for a few minutes, then cut and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 308.9 g | 396% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.6 g | 543% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1279 mg | 426% | |
| Sodium | 1796 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.2 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.4 g | ||
| Protein | 358.0 g | 716% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 5145 mg | 109% | |
*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.
