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    Home » Recipes » Less than 5 carbs per serving

    Published: Feb 13, 2018 · Last Updated: Jun 13, 2025 by Kyndra Holley

    Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs

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    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are tender, juicy, and flavorful and require very little hands on time. Simple season and let the heat do the work.
    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are tender, juicy, and flavorful and require very little hands on time. Simple season and let the heat do the work.
    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are tender, juicy, and flavorful and require very little hands on time. Simple season and let the heat do the work.
    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are tender, juicy, and flavorful and require very little hands on time. Simple season and let the heat do the work.
    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are tender, juicy, and flavorful and require very little hands on time. Simple season and let the heat do the work.
    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are tender, juicy, and flavorful and require very little hands on time. Simple season and let the heat do the work.

    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are incredibly juicy and fall-apart tender. They are seasoned with a homemade barbecue dry rub mix, and then baked to perfection. Best of all, they require very little hands on time. Simply season and let the heat do the work.

    dry rub baby back ribs, sliced and piled high on parchment paper
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    Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs

    Ingredient Notes

    • Baby back ribs: For these keto barbecue dry rub ribs, I like to use baby back ribs because they just get so juicy and tender when cooked properly. But you can also use pork spare ribs. (More low carb pork recipes)
    • Olive oil: Before seasoning the ribs, I brush them with olive oil to help the seasoning stay on and to help make a nice bark.
    • Barbecue Dry Rub Mix: This is where all the flavor lives. You can really use any dry rub mix you prefer, but I love to make my own. There is nothing quite like a homemade rub. (Try my Barbecue Dry Rub Recipe)
    juicy, tender baby back spare ribs, seasoning with dry rub and piled high on parchment paper

    Serving Suggestions

    • Serve alongside a big batch of my Cucumber Dill Broccoli Slaw
    • What goes better with low carb barbecue ribs than this Loaded Mock Potato Salad.
    • Make a full spread and make this Slow Cooker Barbecue Pulled Pork also.
    • Take the meat off the bones and pile them on these Keto Everything Buns to make a sandwich.
    • Serve them with a side of this Grilled Corn Salsa
    • Make a pitcher of ice cold Cucumber Mojitos.
    ingredients for barbecue dry rub mix - paprika, onion, garlic, brown sugar, chili powder

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is silver skin?

    Silver skin is a thin membrane of connective tissue that is commonly found on meats. On ribs, it runs along the underside, covering the bones.

    What is the difference between baby back ribs and spare ribs?

    Baby back ribs come from the portion of the ribs that are connected to the backbone. They are smaller and more curved. They typically have less fat. Spare ribs are run along the breast bone and are larger and flatter, have more meat, and contain more fat.

    How can I make these ribs on the grill?

    The key to cooking ribs via any method is cooking them low and slow. On a propane grill, cook them for 3 to 4 hours at about 250°F.

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    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are tender, juicy, and flavorful and require very little hands on time. Simple season and let the heat do the work.

    Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs


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    5 from 8 reviews

    • Author: Kyndra D. Holley
    • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
    • Yield: 6 Servings
    • Diet: Diabetic
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    These Keto Barbecue Dry Rub Ribs are incredibly juicy and fall-apart tender. They are seasoned with a homemade barbecue dry rub mix, and then baked to perfection.


    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds pork baby back ribs (I get my meat here)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 batch Barbecue Dry Rub (get the recipe here)


    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.

    2. Remove the thin membrane from the back, or concave side, of the ribs. Start by slicing into the membrane with a sharp knife, then pull the skin away from the ribs. Place the ribs on the lined baking sheet.

    3. Brush the olive oil evenly over the ribs. Pour the dry rub over the ribs and work it evenly onto both sides.

    4. Bake until the ribs are tender and juicy on the inside and nice and crispy on the outside, about 2 ½ hours. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

    Notes

    • net carbs per serving: 2.8g
    • Prep Time: 20 Minutes
    • Cook Time: 150 minutes
    • Category: Pork Recipes
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: American

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    1. Gert says

      May 25, 2022 at 1:02 pm

      If you have time would you suggest putting the dry rub on the day before?

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    2. Pam says

      December 10, 2021 at 3:39 pm

      These ribs were awesome!
      They were delicious, so tender and juicy, easy to prepare, and I had every ingredient I needed in my pantry to fix them.
      My dinner guest and I really enjoyed them!

      Reply
    3. Lis says

      April 17, 2020 at 6:06 am

      Hi there! Just found your blog. I want to make these ribs tonight. Are they covered during cooking time, or left uncovered?
      Thanks in advance.

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      • Kyndra Holley says

        April 17, 2020 at 7:53 am

        They are made just as written

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    4. Tamara says

      December 21, 2019 at 2:20 am

      These are soo good.Going to make them two times over the holidays!

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    5. Heather says

      November 12, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      I've made this recipe a total of 4 times and every time was excellent. They come out so juicy and flavorful. I will never make ribs any other way. It's 25 degrees here in Ohio but these ribs don't need a grill so we can eat them whenever we want. Thanks Kyndra for another phenomenal recipe and method!!

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    6. Sue C Goodwin says

      March 13, 2019 at 7:22 pm

      These are amazing! Thank you Kyndra.. You are so correct--easy. The hardest part is getting the membrane off the underside. I also get ButcherBox.

      Reply
    7. Anna says

      February 20, 2019 at 7:36 am

      Made this last night and we all loved it. So simple yet delicious and easy!

      Reply
    8. Valerie Choi says

      January 11, 2019 at 11:11 am

      So easy and amazing flavor. Can't wait to make these again!!!

      Reply
    9. Karen says

      November 25, 2018 at 3:13 pm

      I make these all the time now. Omitted the brown sugar whatever it is. Freaking YUM

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    10. Karen says

      July 04, 2018 at 7:19 pm

      We made these tonight for our dinner on July 4. People, DO NOT WAIT to fix these. My husband is raving about them and I thought they were great, too. Simple recipe with ingredients I bet you already have ... well, you may have to go buy the ribs, but go buy those ribs now!

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