Whole30 Slow Cooked BBQ Ribs

Get ready to savor fall-off-the-bone tenderness with these Whole30 Slow Cooked BBQ Ribs—your ultimate guilt-free comfort food! Infused with a smoky, tangy homemade BBQ sauce made from wholesome ingredients like coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, these ribs are seasoned to perfection with a bold spice rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic, and chipotle powder. Slowly cooked for hours, the pork baby back ribs become irresistibly tender, while a quick broil at the end caramelizes the sauce for a finger-licking finish. Whether you're on a Whole30 journey or simply craving a delicious, healthy barbecue dish, these ribs are the perfect centerpiece, pairing beautifully with your favorite Whole30-approved sides for a meal that's as satisfying as it is nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks Pork baby back ribs
• 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Coconut aminos
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Ground chipotle powder
• 2 tablespoons Ghee

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the ribs. Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs, which can be done by sliding a knife under the membrane and pulling it off with a paper towel for grip.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Rub the spice mix evenly over both sides of the rib racks.

Step 4

For the BBQ sauce, combine the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, Dijon mustard, and chipotle powder in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the ghee to the saucepan and whisk until the ghee is melted and the sauce is thoroughly mixed.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Place the ribs in a slow cooker, cutting them into two or three sections if necessary to fit.

Step 8

Pour the homemade BBQ sauce over the ribs, making sure they are well covered.

Step 9

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat easily pulls away from the bones.

Step 10

Once done, if you prefer a slightly caramelized finish, preheat your oven broiler and transfer the ribs to a baking sheet.

Step 11

Brush a little more BBQ sauce onto the ribs and place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.

Step 12

Serve the ribs hot with your choice of Whole30-approved side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1932.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4869.6

Total Fat 372.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 141.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1396mg	0%
Sodium 10919.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 65.4g
Protein 303.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 445.1mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 5666.7mg	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: 67.8%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 7.7%