Dry-Rubbed Pork Ribs With Roasted Green Beans
Tender, fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs coated in a savory, sugar-free spice rub. Paired with blistered green beans for a satisfying, low-carb dinner.
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Before you start
Your 150-minute game plan
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Leftover ribs store perfectly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and are excellent gently reheated in the oven.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 300°F.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Next: Preheat your oven to 300°F
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Preheat your oven to 300°F
Preheat your oven to 300°F. Prepare the ribs by peeling off the thin membrane on the back of the bone side, which helps them become tender.
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In a small bowl
In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Coat the ribs thoroughly on all sides with this dry rub.
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Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil
Wrap the ribs tightly in aluminum foil, place them on a baking sheet, and bake for 2 hours until the meat is very tender.
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When the ribs have 20 minutes left
When the ribs have 20 minutes left, increase the oven temperature to 400°F. Carefully open the foil to expose the top of the ribs so they can brown.
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Spread the fresh green beans evenly on…
Spread the fresh green beans evenly on a separate baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil, season with additional salt and pepper if desired, and toss to coat.
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Place the green beans in the oven…
Place the green beans in the oven alongside the opened ribs. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until the ribs develop a slight crust and the green beans are blistered and tender.
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Serve the ribs with the roasted green…
Serve the ribs with the roasted green beans, squeezing a fresh lemon wedge over the beans just before eating to brighten the flavor.
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The nutrition underneath
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For the most tender ribs
For the most tender ribs, don't skip removing the membrane. Use a butter knife to lift a corner, grab it with a paper towel for grip, and pull it off in one sheet.
If you prefer a bit of…
If you prefer a bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to your dry rub mixture.
Leftover ribs store perfectly in an…
Leftover ribs store perfectly in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and are excellent gently reheated in the oven.
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