Low Fat Classic BBQ Pork Ribs
Indulge in tender, flavorful barbecue without the guilt with these Low Fat Classic BBQ Pork Ribs! Marinated in a tangy apple cider vinegar mixture and coated with a smoky spice rub, these oven-baked ribs are slow-cooked to perfection for fall-off-the-bone tenderness. A homemade, low-fat BBQ sauce—featuring honey, tomato paste, and a touch of liquid smoke—adds the perfect balance of sweetness and smoky depth without unnecessary calories. At just 15 minutes of prep time and baked to sticky, caramelized goodness, this lighter take on a barbecue favorite is perfect for health-conscious grill lovers. Ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, these ribs promise all the rich, smoky flavor of traditional BBQ ribs in a heart-healthy package!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork spare ribs
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Water
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
In a large bowl, mix together apple cider vinegar, water, and soy sauce.
Place the ribs in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag and pour the vinegar mixture over them. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Remove the ribs from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Discard the marinade.
In a small mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the ribs.
Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Cover the ribs tightly with more aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, until the meat is tender and starting to pull away from the bone.
While the ribs are baking, prepare the BBQ sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine tomato paste, honey, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 2.5 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and discard the top foil. Brush the ribs generously with the prepared BBQ sauce.
Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.
Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 319.6 g | 410% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.9 g | 580% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1198 mg | 399% | |
| Sodium | 3418 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.5 g | ||
| Protein | 292.8 g | 586% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.0 mcg | 75% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 4799 mg | 102% | |
*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.
