Whole30 Smoky BBQ Spare Ribs
Get ready to savor the ultimate finger-licking indulgence with these Whole30 Smoky BBQ Spare Ribs, a paleo-friendly and gluten-free recipe that's packed with bold flavors and hearty satisfaction. These succulent pork spare ribs are generously coated in a smoky dry rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of optional cayenne for a hint of heat. They’re slow-baked to tender perfection and finished on the grill with a luscious homemade Whole30-approved barbecue sauce made from tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, unsweetened apple juice, and a dash of liquid smoke for that classic BBQ flavor. Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout or craving a comforting, healthy dinner, these spare ribs are sure to impress. Serve them fresh off the grill with extra barbecue sauce for a smoky, tangy, and irresistibly juicy dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork spare ribs
- 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened apple juice
- 0.25 cup Coconut aminos
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for tenderness.
In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper.
Rub this spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs.
Place the ribs on a large piece of foil on a baking sheet, meaty side up, and cover them tightly with another piece of foil to create a sealed packet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours until the ribs are tender and fully cooked.
While the ribs are baking, prepare the barbecue sauce: In a saucepan, combine the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, apple juice, coconut aminos, minced garlic, and liquid smoke.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Once the ribs are done, remove them from the oven and take off the top foil layer.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Brush the ribs generously with the prepared barbecue sauce.
Grill the ribs for 5-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the sauce has caramelized.
Remove from the grill, let the ribs rest for a few minutes, then cut into individual portions and serve with the remaining sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 322.3 g | 413% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.3 g | 582% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1198 mg | 399% | |
| Sodium | 4684 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.3 g | ||
| Protein | 291.0 g | 582% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.0 mcg | 75% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 25.2 mg | 140% | |
| Potassium | 5482 mg | 117% | |
*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.
