Low Sodium BBQ Pork Ribs
Indulge in the smoky, tender goodness of **Low Sodium BBQ Pork Ribs**, where bold flavors meet a heart-healthy twist. This recipe features succulent pork spare ribs seasoned with a smoky-sweet spice rub, then slow-cooked to perfection for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. The homemade BBQ sauce stands out with its rich blend of tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a hint of liquid smoke—all without the high sodium levels found in store-bought alternatives. Perfect for a family dinner or weekend gathering, these ribs are broiled to give the sauce a delightful caramelized finish. Serve with extra sauce on the side for an irresistible, finger-licking experience. Ideal for those seeking a healthier take on classic barbecue, this recipe proves you don’t have to compromise on flavor to eat well. Keywords: low sodium, BBQ ribs, healthy pork recipes, homemade barbecue sauce, smoky pork ribs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork spare ribs
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Tomato paste
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 1 cup No-salt-added chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Remove the silver skin from the back of the pork ribs for a more tender texture.
In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs.
Place the ribs on a large piece of foil. Drizzle with olive oil and wrap tightly.
Lay the wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until tender.
While the ribs are cooking, prepare the low-sodium BBQ sauce. In a saucepan, combine tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, chicken broth, and liquid smoke.
Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, then reduce heat to low and let it gently simmer for about 15 minutes. Stir frequently until thickened.
Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes.
Open the foil and brush the ribs generously with the BBQ sauce.
Switch the oven to broil and place the ribs back on the baking sheet without the foil. Broil for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce caramelizes slightly.
Remove from oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, then cut the ribs and serve with any additional BBQ sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 348.9 g | 447% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.4 g | 602% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1198 mg | 399% | |
| Sodium | 1267 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.7 g | ||
| Protein | 288.1 g | 576% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.0 mcg | 75% | |
| Calcium | 439 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 4822 mg | 103% | |
*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.
