Costillas a la BBQ (Sin Salsa Dulce)
BBQ Ribs (No Sweet Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: request ribs to be served plain or with an unsweetened savory rub. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent pork ribs, slow-cooked or grilled to perfection, but served without the traditional sugary BBQ sauce or glazes. Emphasizes the rich flavor of the pork, often seasoned with a savory dry rub.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs, dry rub (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black pepper), olive oil or lard for cooking.
How to make it keto
Request ribs to be served plain or with an unsweetened savory rub. Explicitly ask for no sweet BBQ sauce, glaze, or marinade. Confirm no starchy sides like rice or plantains.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Costillas a la BBQ: por favor, sírvalas solas o con un aliño salado sin azúcar. Sin acompañamientos con almidón como arroz o plátanos.
Costillas a la BBQ: Please serve plain or with an unsweetened savory rub. No starchy sides like rice or plantains.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in dry rubs, sweet marinades, or glazes. Cross-contamination from cooking surfaces used for sauced ribs.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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