Tender Keto Ribs with Dry Rub
Sink your teeth into these tender keto ribs, coated in a perfectly balanced dry rub. Slow-cooked to juicy perfection, they’re so irresistible you won’t believe they’re low-carb.
Servings 4 people
Calories 658 kcal
Ingredients
For dry rub:
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon xylitol
For ribs:
- 1 rack pork ribs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F / 121 degrees C.
- Mix 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 tablespoon xylitol in small bowl until well combined.1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon xylitol
- Place 1 rack pork ribs on large sheet of aluminum foil and generously coat with dry rub mixture on both sides.1 rack pork ribs
- Wrap ribs tightly in aluminum foil, ensuring no steam can escape.
- Put wrapped ribs on baking sheet and cook in preheated oven for 5 to 6 hours.
- Once cooked, remove ribs from aluminum foil and place on baking tray.
- Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F / 204 degrees C.
- Cook ribs for additional 7 to 8 minutes or until outside is crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for several minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Slow-cook the ribs using a slow cooker for maximum tenderness.
- You can use baby back ribs, St. Louis ribs, or spare ribs for this recipe.
- For extra flavor, baste the ribs with sugar-free BBQ sauce before cooking.
- Add apple cider vinegar to tenderize the meat and add a tangy flavor.
- Include onion powder, ground ginger, or red pepper flakes in the dry rub for a unique taste.
- To complement this dish, prepare a homemade keto BBQ sauce using sugar alternatives such as erythritol or stevia.
Nutrition
Calories: 658kcal | Net carbs: 4g | Fat: 54g | Protein: 36g