Diabetic Friendly Pork Baby Back Spare Ribs in Sauce

Indulge in tender, fall-off-the-bone "Diabetic Friendly Pork Baby Back Spare Ribs in Sauce," a mouthwatering dish crafted with health-conscious ingredients that don't skimp on flavor. These ribs are seasoned with a smoky, savory dry rub and slow-baked to perfection for ultimate juiciness. A luscious sugar-free barbecue sauce—featuring hints of apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and liquid smoke—adds a tangy, caramelized glaze under the broiler. Perfect for diabetic-friendly meal planning, this recipe replaces traditional sugars with low-carb sweeteners while delivering the same rich, comforting taste you love. Serve these saucy ribs with fresh vegetables or a simple side salad for an irresistibly satisfying low-sugar dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork baby back ribs
• 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Tomato paste (no added sugar)
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sugar-free maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Stevia or erythritol (optional, to taste)

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.

Step 2

2. In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and salt to create a dry rub.

Step 3

3. Pat the pork baby back ribs dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly on both sides of the ribs. Drizzle olive oil over the ribs and rub it in for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 4

4. Place the ribs on the prepared baking sheet, meaty side up. Cover tightly with aluminum foil to lock in moisture.

Step 5

5. Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours, or until tender and the meat is pulling away from the bones.

Step 6

6. While the ribs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, sugar-free maple syrup, liquid smoke, Dijon mustard, and water. Stir well to mix.

Step 7

7. Let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Taste and adjust sweetness with stevia or erythritol if desired. Remove from heat.

Step 8

8. After the ribs are done baking, remove them from the oven and carefully drain any accumulated juices from the baking sheet.

Step 9

9. Preheat the broiler on high. Brush a generous layer of sauce over the ribs, covering them completely.

Step 10

10. Place the ribs under the broiler for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce caramelizes slightly. Be careful not to burn them.

Step 11

11. Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Slice into individual ribs and serve with extra sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1375.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3065.1

Total Fat 236.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 852.7mg	0%
Sodium 3598.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 35.0g
Protein 202.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 343.5mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 4723.7mg	0%

*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: 67.0%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 7.5%