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Tender Keto BBQ Dry Rub Ribs Recipe with Easy Zero Sugar Rub

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A simple, keto-friendly dry rub recipe for tender, smoky, and flavorful pork ribs without any sugar or carbs. Perfect for low-carb diets and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2 to 3 pounds pork baby back ribs, trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Remove the silver skin membrane from the back of the ribs using a paper towel to grip and pull it off.
  3. In a bowl, combine sea salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and dried oregano. Toast the spices in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, then cool before mixing.
  4. Brush both sides of the ribs lightly with olive or avocado oil.
  5. Sprinkle the dry rub generously over the ribs and massage it in, covering every inch.
  6. Place the ribs meat-side up on a large piece of foil and wrap them tightly to trap moisture.
  7. Place the wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours (150–180 minutes) until tender and pulling away from the bones.
  8. Carefully unwrap the ribs, brush with a little more oil if desired, and broil for 3-5 minutes to get a crisp, caramelized crust. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  9. Let the ribs rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing between the bones and serving.

Notes

Remove the silver skin membrane for tenderness. Toast spices before mixing to enhance flavor. Wrap ribs tightly in foil to keep moist. Watch broiler carefully to avoid burning. For quicker cooking, increase oven temperature to 300°F but expect firmer texture. Slow cooker option: cook on low for 6-7 hours then broil to finish.

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