Pork Ribs
Who doesn’t love ribs?! Here, I show how to cook them low-and-slow ensuring the tender meat falls from the bones. Follow the directions exactly, and you will enjoy the best ribs you ever made yourself!
Chef Tips:
- Cooking low-and-slow results in the ribs falling off the bones!
- If you are not living low carb, use any store-bought BBQ sauce in the same amounts shown.
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Pork Ribs with Smashed Cauliflower and Chives
Savor the mouthwatering combination of tender pork ribs paired with creamy, smashed cauliflower infused with the subtle freshness of chives. This dish brings together smoky, hearty flavors and a light, velvety side for a perfectly balanced, comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 full rack of pork ribs (around 30 oz)
- 3 oz store-bought sugar-free BBQ sauce/marinade
- 12 oz cauliflower florets
- 3 oz cream (soft) cheese
- Very generous handful chives, finely chopped
- Sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 265°F/130°C.
- Season the rack of pork ribs on both sides.
- Completely wrap the rack in a large sheet of strong foil, ensuring there are no holes. Once wrapped, completely wrap a second time with another sheet of foil, to ensure an airtight wrap. The ribs should be completely airtight to ensure they steam inside the foil.
- Place onto a baking sheet and leave in the low oven for 3 hours.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let sit for 25 minutes before opening up the foil.
- Gently transfer the pork onto a large, lined baking sheet and use a pastry brush to brush over the ribs on both sides. Work carefully, as they will fall off the bones! Increase the oven temp to broil.
- Place the ribs under the grill for about 5-10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pan of salted water to the boil.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water and leave to cook for around 11-12 minutes until tender, but not completely softened.
- Drain in a colander and leave to steam off for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the drained cauliflower to the pan and use the back of a knife or potato masher to lightly crush.
- Stir in the cream cheese and most of the chives and season generously.
- Serve the pork with the smashed cauliflower and season with more salt and pepper, if needed, then sprinkle the remaining chives over everything.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1,020Total Fat: 63gSaturated Fat: 26gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 1,590mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 4gSugar: 19gProtein: 86g
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