Sugar-Free BBQ Beef Ribs
Indulge in the smoky, mouthwatering flavor of Sugar-Free BBQ Beef Ribs—perfect for anyone seeking a guilt-free twist on a barbecue classic. This recipe features tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs coated in a savory dry rub of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper before being baked low and slow for ultimate juiciness. The homemade BBQ sauce, crafted with stevia, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and a touch of liquid smoke, delivers all the tangy goodness without added sugar. Finished off on the grill for a charred, caramelized finish, these ribs are a healthy and delicious option for cookouts, meal prep, or satisfying a barbecue craving. Perfect for keto, low-carb, or sugar-free lifestyles, this family-friendly dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds beef ribs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon stevia
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
Place the beef ribs on a large baking sheet lined with foil. Pat dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, sea salt, chili powder, and cayenne pepper to create a dry rub.
Rub the spice blend all over the ribs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Cover the ribs with another sheet of foil and seal the edges to create a pouch.
Place the ribs in the preheated oven and bake for 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
While the ribs are cooking, prepare the BBQ sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, stevia, and water.
Heat the sauce over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently. Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
Once the ribs are cooked, remove them from the oven and discard the top layer of foil.
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
Brush the ribs generously with the prepared sugar-free BBQ sauce.
Place the ribs on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, basting with more sauce as desired, until they have a nice char and caramelization.
Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy the sugar-free BBQ beef ribs with your favorite side dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.4 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.7 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 1128 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 93.0 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1383 mg | 29% | |
*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.
