Low Carb Smoked Pork Ribs

Indulge in the smoky, tender perfection of these Low Carb Smoked Pork Ribs—a high-flavor, keto-friendly recipe that's perfect for barbecue lovers. Featuring two racks of perfectly seasoned baby back ribs, this recipe combines a bold spice rub of paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and smoked paprika with the deep complexity of apple cider vinegar and a touch of liquid smoke. Slow-smoked at a gentle 225°F, these ribs are wrapped and basted in a tangy marinade for an extra layer of moisture and flavor, ensuring fall-off-the-bone tenderness. With just 20 minutes of prep and straightforward instructions, this low-carb masterpiece is as easy to create as it is to devour. Serve these smoky ribs at your next backyard cookout or family dinner, paired with your favorite keto sides for a meal that satisfies without compromise.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:320 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork ribs (baby back)
• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Remove the membrane from the back of the pork ribs to allow better flavor absorption.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Rub the ribs with olive oil and then generously apply the spice mixture on all sides of the ribs.

Step 4

Preheat your smoker to 225 degrees Fahrenheit (about 110 degrees Celsius).

Step 5

Place the ribs in the smoker, bone side down. Close the lid and smoke the ribs for 3 hours.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, and liquid smoke.

Step 7

After 3 hours, remove the ribs from the smoker. Place each rack of ribs on a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil.

Step 8

Pour half of the apple cider vinegar mixture over each rack. Wrap the ribs tightly in the foil to form a sealed packet.

Step 9

Return the wrapped ribs to the smoker and smoke for an additional 2 hours.

Step 10

After 2 hours, carefully unwrap the ribs, discard the foil, and place the ribs back in the smoker to cook for an additional 1 hour. This will allow the ribs to develop a slightly crispy outer layer.

Step 11

Remove from the smoker and let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1965.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4473.5

Total Fat 352.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1120mg	0%
Sodium 8182.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.0g
Protein 284.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402.0mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 3816.7mg	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: 71.9%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 2.3%