Sugar-Free Classic Barbecued Ribs

Satisfy your barbecue cravings guilt-free with these irresistible Sugar-Free Classic Barbecued Ribs! Perfectly tender and bursting with smoky sweetness, these ribs are marinated in a flavorful sugar-free dry rub of smoked paprika, garlic, and mustard powder, then slow-cooked to perfection. The homemade barbecue sauce, crafted with apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and stevia, delivers the perfect balance of tangy, smoky, and sweet—without the added sugar. Whether you finish them off in the oven or on the grill, these fall-off-the-bone ribs are guaranteed to impress at your next cookout. Ideal for keto, low-carb, or sugar-conscious diets, this recipe transforms a barbecue classic into a wholesome, mouthwatering main.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork spareribs
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 cup Water
• 2 teaspoons Stevia extract (or preferred sugar-free sweetener)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 2

Remove the membrane from the back of the spareribs and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture evenly over the ribs, ensuring both sides are coated.

Step 5

Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, bone-side down.

Step 6

Cover the ribs with another sheet of aluminum foil to seal them tightly.

Step 7

Place in the preheated oven and bake for 3 hours until the ribs are tender.

Step 8

While the ribs are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, ground cumin, liquid smoke, water, and stevia extract.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a slow boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally.

Step 10

Remove the sauce from heat and set aside.

Step 11

After 3 hours, remove the ribs from the oven and discard the top layer of foil.

Step 12

Brush the prepared sauce generously over both sides of the ribs.

Step 13

Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) or alternatively heat up a grill.

Step 14

Place the ribs back in the oven or transfer to the grill and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and slightly charred.

Step 15

Remove the ribs, let them rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2544.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7526.9

Total Fat 642.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 234.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1905.1mg	0%
Sodium 6773.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 282.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 632.0mg	0%
Iron 26.3mg	0%
Potassium 6576.3mg	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: 80.8%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 3.4%