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Flavorful Paleo BBQ Ribs Recipe Easy Date-Sweetened Sauce Tutorial

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Tender, smoky pork ribs glazed with a naturally sweet, date-sweetened paleo BBQ sauce. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for gatherings without refined sugars.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds pork baby back ribs, membrane removed
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup pitted Medjool dates, soaked in warm water for 15 minutes
  • ½ cup tomato paste (no added sugar)
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup water (to thin sauce if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Remove membrane from ribs and pat dry.
  2. In a large bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Rub evenly over ribs and let rest 10-15 minutes.
  3. Drain soaked dates and blend with tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and ¼ cup water until smooth. Add more water if needed for pourable consistency.
  4. Place ribs meat-side up on a foil-lined baking sheet. Tent tightly with foil and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender and pulling from bone.
  5. Remove top foil, brush ribs generously with date-sweetened BBQ sauce. Broil on high for 5-7 minutes until sauce caramelizes and forms a sticky glaze, watching closely to avoid burning.
  6. Let ribs rest 5 minutes after broiling. Slice between bones and serve with extra sauce.

Notes

Soak dates before blending for smooth sauce. Remove membrane from ribs for better flavor absorption. Wrap ribs tightly in foil to keep moisture. Watch broiler closely to avoid burning sauce. Multiple layers of sauce during broiling improve sticky glaze. Can be cooked on grill using indirect heat and finished over direct heat.

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