Whole30 Barbecue Beef Ribs
Indulge in smoky, tender goodness with these irresistible Whole30 Barbecue Beef Ribs! Perfectly seasoned with a flavorful blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, these fall-off-the-bone ribs are baked low and slow to achieve maximum juiciness. The star of the dish is the homemade Whole30-approved barbecue sauce, featuring coconut aminos, balsamic vinegar, unsweetened applesauce, and a touch of heat from chili and cayenne pepper for a guilt-free, mouthwatering glaze. Ready in just over three hours, this wholesome recipe is paleo-friendly, refined sugar-free, and perfect for satisfying your barbecue cravings. Ideal for cozy family dinners or backyard gatherings, these ribs are best served with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete, nourishing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef back ribs
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the beef ribs dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the ribs.
Arrange the ribs in a single layer in a large roasting pan, bone side down.
Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender.
While the ribs are baking, prepare the Whole30 barbecue sauce by combining the coconut aminos, balsamic vinegar, unsweetened applesauce, tomato paste, chili powder, and cayenne pepper in a saucepan.
Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it begins to bubble. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
After the ribs have cooked for 2.5 hours, remove them from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
Brush a generous amount of the prepared barbecue sauce over the ribs.
Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes until the sauce caramelizes and slightly thickens.
Remove from the oven and let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the ribs with any remaining barbecue sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.6 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.4 g | 187% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 1027 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 68.9 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 890 mg | 19% | |
*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.
