Whole30 BBQ Beef Ribs

Get ready to elevate your barbecue game with these tender and flavorful Whole30 BBQ Beef Ribs! Perfectly seasoned with a smoky blend of onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper, these meaty ribs are slow-roasted to perfection until they practically fall off the bone. The star is the homemade BBQ sauce, a tangy, savory blend of coconut aminos, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of liquid smoke that’s both Whole30-compliant and irresistibly delicious. After a final glaze and caramelization in the oven, these ribs become a sticky, smoky masterpiece. Whether you’re hosting a backyard gathering or treating yourself to an indulgent dinner, this paleo-friendly recipe guarantees bold barbecue flavor without any added sugar or artificial ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Beef back ribs
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Coconut aminos
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Mix well.

Step 3

Pat the beef ribs dry with a paper towel and rub them with olive oil. Then, generously apply the spice mix all over the ribs, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 4

Place the ribs in a roasting pan, cover with aluminum foil, and bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and starts to pull away from the bones.

Step 5

To make the barbecue sauce, heat a small pot over medium heat. Add a little olive oil (if needed) and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the coconut aminos, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and liquid smoke. Mix until smooth.

Step 7

Add the water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Remove the ribs from the oven. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).

Step 10

Brush the ribs generously with the prepared BBQ sauce.

Step 11

Return the ribs to the oven and bake, uncovered, for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.

Step 12

Remove from oven and let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 13

Slice the ribs into individual portions and serve them with additional BBQ sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2538.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5920.7

Total Fat 458.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 180.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1524.1mg	0%
Sodium 6265.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 49.1g
Protein 360.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 334.9mg	0%
Iron 53.8mg	0%
Potassium 5732.9mg	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: 70.4%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 5.0%