Paleo Smoky BBQ Spare Ribs

Sink your teeth into these irresistible Paleo Smoky BBQ Spare Ribs, a mouthwatering blend of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors that's perfect for your next backyard barbecue or cozy dinner at home. These fall-off-the-bone pork spare ribs are seasoned with a bold dry rub made from smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, then slow-roasted to tender perfection. The homemade paleo BBQ sauce, crafted with coconut aminos, honey, tomato paste, and a hint of chipotle powder, adds a sticky, caramelized glaze that's packed with smoky depth and a touch of heat. Finished on the grill for a tantalizing char, these ribs are entirely grain-free, gluten-free, and soy-free, making them a deliciously healthy option for paleo enthusiasts and BBQ lovers alike. Serve them hot with extra sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear off the plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks pork spare ribs
• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup coconut aminos
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup honey
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 0.5 teaspoon chipotle powder
• 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pat the pork spare ribs dry with paper towels and remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for a better texture.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the ribs, making sure to cover both sides.

Step 5

Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 hours or until the meat is tender.

Step 6

While the ribs are baking, prepare the BBQ sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, tomato paste, chipotle powder, and liquid smoke.

Step 7

Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 8

Once the ribs are done baking, remove them from the oven and carefully open the foil.

Step 9

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 10

Brush the ribs generously with the prepared BBQ sauce on both sides.

Step 11

Place the ribs on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally and brushing with more sauce, until the ribs are caramelized and have a smoky char.

Step 12

Remove from the grill and let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Serve the ribs hot with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2627.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6626.2

Total Fat 471.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 170.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1760mg	0%
Sodium 8394.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 119.1g
Protein 420.2g	0%

Vitamin D 880IU	0%
Calcium 597.7mg	0%
Iron 31.9mg	0%
Potassium 6748.4mg	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: 65.0%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 9.3%