Carnivore-Friendly BBQ Ribs 🍖
Ingredients:
- 2 racks of baby back ribs (or spare ribs)
- 1/4 cup beef tallow (or butter, duck fat, etc.)
- 1/4 cup bone broth (beef or chicken) for moisture
- For the BBQ Sauce (Carnivore Style):
- 1/4 cup beef bone broth (or chicken bone broth)
- 2 tbsp mustard powder (optional for a slight tang)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional, adds some acidity, but you can skip it for stricter carnivores)
- 2 tbsp tallow or butter (for richness)
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional, if you allow spices)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional for smoky flavor)
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- 1 tbsp animal-based broth powder (optional, adds depth to the sauce)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Ribs:
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. You can do this by gently loosening it with a knife and pulling it off with your hands (it helps the ribs become more tender and allows better flavor penetration).
- Season the ribs with a bit of salt, smoked paprika, and garlic powder (if using), rubbing it evenly over both sides. You can skip this step if you’re looking for a more minimalist approach.
2. Preheat the Grill:
- Preheat your grill to low and indirect heat (around 225°F / 107°C). If you’re using a smoker, even better! Add your wood chips for that extra smoky flavor (oak, hickory, or applewood work well for ribs).
3. Grill the Ribs:
- Place the ribs on the grill, bone side down, over indirect heat. Close the lid.
- Cook the ribs for 2.5 to 3 hours, maintaining a consistent low temperature, checking every 45 minutes to make sure the grill stays at a steady 225°F. You want the ribs to cook slowly and become tender.
4. Make the Carnivore BBQ Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine beef bone broth (or chicken bone broth), mustard powder, apple cider vinegar (optional), tallow, and garlic powder (optional). Bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
- Let the sauce cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly and thicken. Stir occasionally.
- Season the sauce with salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper to taste. If you want a richer, deeper flavor, you can add animal-based broth powder at this point.
5. Glaze the Ribs:
- After the ribs have cooked for 2.5-3 hours, they should be tender and have a nice smoky flavor. You can then start glazing them with your homemade BBQ sauce.
- Brush the ribs with the carnivore BBQ sauce, and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes on the grill. This will allow the sauce to caramelize and stick to the ribs.
- Optional: If you want a more intense smoky flavor, you can wrap the ribs in foil and continue to cook them for another 30 minutes or so after glazing.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Once your ribs are perfectly cooked and the sauce has caramelized, remove them from the grill.
- Let them rest for a few minutes before cutting them into individual ribs. This ensures they stay juicy and tender.
- Serve with a side of extra bone broth or dipping sauce (made from more carnivore-friendly ingredients like beef bone broth or tallow).
Tips:
- If you’re grilling on direct heat, make sure to watch closely to prevent burning. Grill over indirect heat for longer to get that perfect tender result.
- The sauce is optional for a strict carnivore diet, but it adds a nice touch for a more flexible approach.
- You can smoke the ribs in a smoker for an even richer flavor if you have the setup.
This recipe allows you to enjoy tender, smoky ribs with a flavorful, carnivore-friendly BBQ sauce! It’s perfect for any grilling occasion and aligns with a carnivore diet. Enjoy your Smoky BBQ Ribs! 🍖🔥