Whole30 Classic Barbecued Ribs

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Experience ultimate flavor with these tender and smoky Whole30 Classic Barbecued Ribs—perfect for your next family feast or weekend barbecue. Coated in a zesty homemade dry rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne, the juicy pork baby back ribs are slow-baked until falling-off-the-bone tender. To complete the dish, they're slathered in a tangy, Whole30-compliant barbecue sauce made with coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and a touch of mustard powder, then caramelized to sticky perfection. This healthier take on classic barbecued ribs is entirely gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and bursting with bold flavors, making it ideal for those following the Whole30 program or seeking a guilt-free indulgence. Serve these mouthwatering ribs with extra sauce for dipping and prepare to wow your taste buds!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 2 racks Pork baby back ribs
• 2 tablespoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Coconut aminos
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Tomato paste
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder

📝 Instructions

13 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

2. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for more tender results.

3. In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.

4. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs.

5. Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil, meat side up, and cover tightly with foil.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours or until the meat is tender and starts to pull away from the bones.

7. While the ribs are baking, prepare the Whole30 barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, water, mustard powder, and chili powder.

8. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

9. Once the ribs are cooked, remove them from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).

10. Brush a generous amount of barbecue sauce over the ribs.

11. Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 15 minutes or until the sauce is caramelized.

12. Remove from the oven and let the ribs rest for 10 minutes.

13. Slice the ribs between the bones and serve with extra barbecue sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (568.9g)

Calories		1298
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		89.3 g	115%
	Saturated Fat	33.0 g	165%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		308 mg	103%
Sodium		4338 mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate		25.6 g	9%
	Dietary Fiber	4.0 g	14%
	Total Sugars	17.6 g
Protein		97.9 g	196%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		101 mg	8%
Iron		6.8 mg	38%
Potassium		1512 mg	32%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3219 cal (62.0%%)

Protein: 1562 cal (30.1%%)

Carbs: 412 cal (7.9%%)