American BBQ beef back ribs
American BBQ beef back ribs are a classic dish from the United States, particularly popular in Southern and Midwestern BBQ traditions. They consist of large, meaty ribs cut from the back of the cow, slow-cooked over wood smoke and typically seasoned with a dry rub or basted in a tangy, sweet BBQ sauce. The result is tender, flavorful meat that easily pulls away from the bone.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with negligible carbohydrates unless a sugary BBQ sauce is heavily applied. It's a good source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, especially B12. A typical serving contains roughly 400-600 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 36 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 mcg |
| Zinc | 6.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
Per 3 oz (85 g), cooked, boneless · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, beef ribs are a centerpiece of American BBQ competitions and gatherings, representing a 'low and slow' cooking philosophy that transforms a tough cut into a delicacy. Nutritionally, the slow cooking process helps break down connective tissue, making minerals like iron more bioavailable.
