Sugar-Free Barbecue Beef Ribs

Indulge in the smoky, savory goodness of Sugar-Free Barbecue Beef Ribs—an irresistible twist on a barbecue classic that’s perfect for health-conscious grill lovers. These tender beef back ribs are marinated with a bold spice rub featuring smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder, then slow-roasted to perfection. The star of the dish is the homemade sugar-free barbecue sauce, a tangy blend of tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and a touch of stevia for natural sweetness. With easy prep steps and a caramelized glaze that locks in flavor, this low-carb and keto-friendly recipe is a showstopper for any gathering. Serve these juicy, fall-off-the-bone ribs with your favorite low-carb sides for a guilt-free barbecue feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds beef back ribs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons stevia
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Pat the beef ribs dry with paper towels and place them on a rimmed baking sheet.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil over the ribs and rub to coat evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mix over the ribs and rub it in thoroughly on all sides.

Step 6

Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 7

Allow the ribs to bake for 2.5 hours, or until they are tender.

Step 8

Meanwhile, prepare the sugar-free barbecue sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, liquid smoke, dijon mustard, stevia, and water.

Step 9

Bring the sauce mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 10

Remove the ribs from the oven and discard the foil.

Step 11

Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 12

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

Step 13

Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 20-30 minutes, glazing them once more halfway through. The sauce should caramelize nicely on the ribs.

Step 14

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

Step 15

Serve the ribs warm with extra barbecue sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2405.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5905.2

Total Fat 462.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 180.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1524.1mg	0%
Sodium 4588.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 363.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 361.4mg	0%
Iron 58.8mg	0%
Potassium 6673.9mg	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: 71.0%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 4.2%