Sugar-Free Grilled BBQ Ribs
Get ready to fire up the grill with these mouthwatering Sugar-Free Grilled BBQ Ribs—perfect for a healthy yet indulgent barbecue feast! Featuring tender baby back ribs coated in a smoky, paprika-infused dry rub, these ribs are slow-grilled to perfection, locking in flavor and juiciness. The star of the show is the homemade sugar-free BBQ sauce, made with sugar-free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and a touch of stevia or monk fruit sweetener for a naturally bold and tangy kick. Ideal for keto, low-carb, or sugar-conscious diets, this recipe combines classic barbecue flavors with a health-conscious twist. Serve them hot off the grill, caramelized and slightly charred, and pair them with your favorite side dishes for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s guilt-free yet utterly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 racks Baby back ribs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground dried mustard
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 cup Sugar-free ketchup
- 1 quarter cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 1 tablespoon Stevia or monk fruit sweetener
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 275°F (135°C).
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and pulling it off.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, dried mustard, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.
Wrap each rack of ribs in aluminum foil, ensuring they are completely sealed.
Place the ribs on the grill, bone-side down. Close the lid and cook for 2-1/2 hours, maintaining a grill temperature of 275°F (135°C).
While the ribs are cooking, prepare the sugar-free BBQ sauce by combining sugar-free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, sweetener, and ground black pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 2-1/2 hours, carefully unwrap the ribs and increase the grill temperature to medium-high (around 350°F or 175°C).
Brush the ribs with the prepared BBQ sauce on both sides and place them back on the grill.
Grill the ribs for an additional 20-30 minutes, basting with BBQ sauce every 10 minutes, until they are caramelized and slightly charred.
Remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 367.4 g | 471% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.2 g | 631% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1309 mg | 436% | |
| Sodium | 9180 mg | 399% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.4 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.1 g | ||
| Protein | 365.4 g | 731% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 954 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 5743 mg | 122% | |
*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.
