Are you in the mood for some succulent, melt-in-your-mouth boneless pork ribs? Well, you've come to the right place! Cooking boneless pork ribs in the oven might sound daunting, but we assure you it's simpler than you'd think. These ribs, seasoned with a delicious blend of spices, will be the star of your dinner table!
Why you'll love this boneless pork ribs recipe
These boneless pork ribs are so incredibly flavorful and juicy that you won't be able to resist devouring them. They're perfect for a quick dinner, and they don't require too much time or effort. Plus, everyone at the table will love them!
It's something that can be used as a main dish or an appetizer. They also make a great salad topping for lunch the next day by slicing them into thin bite-size pieces.
This recipe for boneless pork ribs is simple, easy, and so mouth-watering. Let's get cooking!
Note: Don't feel like using the oven? Try this air fryer pork tenderloin recipe instead.
Ingredients needed
There are very few ingredients you need to make these juicy boneless pork ribs. You probably already have just about all of them in your spice cabinet already!
To make these ribs, this is all you need:
Pork ribs
Boneless country-style pork ribs are the way to go here. You can get away with other pork cuts like cubed pork shoulder, but this one is definitely my favorite!
Seasonings
For this recipe, you'll need:
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
Note: If you don't have the exact seasonings mentioned in the recipe, go ahead and use whatever you have available. Feel free to adjust the amount according to your taste too.
Cooking tips
- If you go with garlic salt instead of garlic powder, no need for extra salt. And if you use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder, it'll add a lot more flavor.
- Just a heads up, my baking times only work for boneless country-style pork ribs. If you're using bone-in ribs, you'll have to tweak the cooking time.
- If your pork ribs are on the thicker side, you might want to pop them in the oven for an extra 5-7 minutes.
How to bake boneless pork ribs
Ready to make absolutely delicious country-style ribs? Follow these quick and easy steps:
Preheat your oven
This is a very important step, so don't skip it! Starting with a preheated oven will help make sure your pork ribs cook evenly.
Preheat the oven to 350°F or 175°C.
Season pork ribs
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Rub the mixture all over your pork ribs until they are fully covered. If needed, add more seasonings to taste!
Place ribs in baking dish
In a prepared baking pan or casserole dish, arrange your seasoned pork ribs in a single layer.
Make sure to leave some space between them, as you don't want them to be too close together.
Bake boneless pork ribs in oven
So, in the past, my favorite way is to use the slow cooker or crock pot because it makes the meat so tender. When I use the slow cooking method with regular ribs, the meat just falls off the bone and is fork tender good.
But, this time around, I wanted to try baking some boneless ribs in a roasting pan instead of making it slow-cooked.
It's still an easy recipe to cook country-style ribs!
The boneless spare ribs should be fully cooked in about 25 to 30 minutes in the oven.
Note: Check the meat with a thermometer to make sure it's done and ready to serve.
How to serve baked pork ribs
Now that you've got the hang of cooking boneless pork ribs in the oven, how do you want to serve them? As an appetizer, main course, or even as a topper for your salad?
Can't decide? No problem!
Just whip up a big batch and enjoy them in all three ways! That's how I like to roll.
And here's the best part: With this one recipe, you can make several different meals using the leftovers. So, it's a fantastic addition to your meal prep for the week!
Serve as an appetizer
Cut the ribs into smaller pieces and serve them as an appetizer with some of your favorite dipping sauces.
Here are some of my go-to's:
Serve as main course
I love serving boneless baked pork ribs as the main course. You can pair the meat with any low-carb veggies!
Air fryer cauliflower and southern-style bacon green beans are my family's top picks. And if you want to take it up a notch, add some cheesy zucchini gratin for an extra special meal.
Need a low-carb version of mashed potatoes? Try this recipe for mashed cauliflower.
Serve as a salad topper
These boneless pork ribs are also delicious on top of salads! Add some crunchy lettuce and tomatoes, then finish off with Russian dressing or ranch dressing for a delicious meal.
Variations
Garlic, onion, salt, and pepper are all easy spices that taste amazing on pork, but don't stop there. Experiment with other spices that you enjoy!
- You can marinate the ribs in sugar-free barbecue sauce or chimichurri sauce, then bake them. Trust me, the flavor is off the charts! And who doesn't love BBQ ribs?
- Here's another idea: Mix some low-sodium soy sauce and ginger for that delicious Asian twist to your ribs. Or drizzle some keto teriyaki sauce over the top with some sesame seeds.
- And if you're up for a little kick, sprinkle some paprika and red pepper flakes on your pork ribs. Spicy goodness guaranteed!
FAQs
Here are some questions people often ask about my country-style pork ribs recipe. If you don't see your question in this list, please leave it in the comments.
At what temperature is pork fully cooked?
For perfectly cooked pork, make sure the internal temperature reaches 145°F. This applies to everything from boneless country-style ribs like the ones I'm using here to pork chops and pork tenderloin.
Should you wrap ribs in foil when you bake them?
This cooking method is mainly for ribs with bones. It's not really needed for boneless ribs. It helps speed up the cooking process by breaking down the connective tissue around the bone while making sure the ribs stay juicy and fall apart tender.
Can you use beef ribs instead?
Sure, you can totally use boneless beef ribs or pork ribs. Either one works like a charm!
When cooking beef ribs, you only need to reach an internal temperature of around 135°F for it to be fully cooked. Easy peasy!
These would taste great with keto BBQ sauce.
Should you boil ribs before baking them?
This method is actually known to make the ribs even more tender, but hey, it's not really necessary. My recipe will give you super tender ribs, even without boiling them.
Love this boneless pork ribs recipe? Try these!
I have several keto pork recipes that will make your taste buds do a happy dance. Here are some of my favorites:
- Air Fryer Pork Belly Bites are a must-try! They're super crispy and make the perfect keto appetizer.
- Keto Pulled Pork Sandwich is a great way to use up leftovers. The pork is slow-cooked until it's fall-apart tender, then slathered with sugar-free BBQ sauce for extra flavor.
- Pan-Seared Berkshire Pork Chops are juicy and flavorful. Serve them with your favorite side dish, or make a pork chop casserole for dinner.
- Keto Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese takes comfort food to a whole new level! Creamy cheese sauce mixed with smoky, tender pulled pork. Yum!
- Smothered Pork Chops in Mushroom Gravy are so satisfying. Serve them over mashed cauliflower for an extra special meal.
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Recipe
Easy Low Carb Baked Boneless Pork Ribs
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork ribs boneless
- 1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease baking sheet with oil.
- Place ribs on prepared baking pan and sprinkle with seasoning.
- Bake at 350°F for around 25-30 minutes or until pork is cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 145°F.
Notes
- Pork is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 145° F.
- Can be used as an appetizer, main dish, or salad topping.
- Leftovers are great for making a quick pork and vegetable stir-fry or pork fried cauliflower rice.
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First Published: February 17, 2011... Last Updated: August 15, 2023, with new images and additional recipe information.
Anita
Can I put the pork chops on parchment paper so they don't mess the pan.
The Low Carb Cook
Absolutely 🙂
Dave Canyon
Just made 1.85lbs of this and used your basic seasonings and it was awesome. No tin foil. Just a greased pan (possibly with steak oil grease).I don't remember exactly but I took a chance. I turned the ribs over at 20 minutes and cooked them in total for 30-35 minutes. Then I broiled it at 550 for 5 minutes. Awesome taste and texture.
I poured some dijon mustard on 2 of the 4 ribs,and they taste amazing. WoW!
I look forward to making it again, having fun with and changing things up a bit. I'd post a pic but that's not possible here. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
Rehoboth
Nice recipe
Thanks
Lynnmp
Came out good use Bbq sauce cover Mini boned ribs. Made pan Hong Kong fried noodles with 2 peppers shredded carrots and reg and purple cabbage all read made.
Made stir fry sauce: low sodium soy sauce corn starch and shaked
S. R.
The meat just falls off the bone... with boneless pork ribs!?!? ????????????????????
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks for catching that. ????
Jess
Can you cook the same with beef
Lisa MarcAurele
Yes. Beef ribs work too!
Christine L Bell
How is it that you end up with 2 carbs in this recipe? None of the ingredients listed have carbs.
Lisa MarcAurele
There are carbs in some seasonings like garlic powder.
martha skala
Hi Lisa...I wanted to say I found this recipe yesterday and did it today...PERFECTION!! 30 min they were PERFECT!! I did the garlic/onion powder along with salt and fresh ground pepper ..I used parchment as a pan liner and sprayed with nonstick spray...just wonderful...tender and moist...in 30 min!!!!! Thank you!
Lisa MarcAurele
So glad you enjoyed the baked pork ribs. I actually made this recipe tonight. I bake mine on a silicone baking mat lined sheet pan.
Sam
Turned out perfect 🙂
Lisa C.
I stuck to the basics; these were simple and delicious! I found it easiest to put the ribs in a big bowl then toss with all the seasonings. I used non-stick foil on my baking pan. Also, went with about 1 tablespoon of fresh, minced garlic as suggested (rather than garlic powder). 25 minutes was perfect for the small boneless country ribs sold in one slab with partial slices, which I sliced through for individual ribs. (Some country ribs are very big. I am sure they would work, too, but would need longer cooking time). Look forward to trying these in BBQ sauce, too. Thanks for sharing. !
Johnna Dereath
Need to know hot hot I make the oven temp
Lisa MarcAurele
It's listed in the recipe card to be 350°F.
Hannah J Parrish
You can defrost them very quickly by putting them in a Ziploc bag, press the air out, submerge them in a bowl of cold water and run a trickle of cold water over them. You may have to set something on them to keep them submerged. I'll bet it will only take 20-30 minutes to defrost. Maybe less.
Laura
Hey, was wondering if these are pork shoulder/butt country ribs or loin ribs? I love the fatty bone in butt ribs but I picked up boneless ribs from the loin and they are too lean and get dry—- just wondering which you had and beat way to cook loin ribs— thanks
Lisa MarcAurele
I like to use Country Style Ribs which come from the shoulder blade near the loin.
Lenny A.
Wow they came out great! Yesterday I used a char-su dry rub and they came out delicious! Only bad thing there all gone! the leftovers didn't last the nite!
Candice
Hi, I’m having a hard time finding boneless pork ribs. Any suggestions? What should I ask for at a butcher? Thanks.
Lisa MarcAurele
You can ask for country-style ribs which are boneless cuts of meat.
Valeria
You just saved me. I have bought and used boneless pork for many recipes. Sliced it this way and that. Even fed it to the cat.
But This girl was too tired to cook, and the meat had sat.
Lowcarbyum is where it's at!
How did I not think to just cook it in the oven.
SO EASY.
I was able to feed myself AND my tired neighbor! LOL
This is going to be breakfast with a soft boiled egg. She had it with her ramen.
Oh, You have saved my so much time and effort.
Seriously though, I had to stop cooking because of migraines, and being able to cook again for myself is so heartening and empowering. When my brain won't work, I can still make this and have meals for the week. You are wonderful to post this. I really needed it. Kudos! Cheers! Ciao Bella!
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks so much for writing in Valeria! I'm so glad that this recipe worked out so well for you. When I was working long 12 hours shifts along with kids activities, recipes like this are what kept me going.
Nancy
I can't believe that something this simple tasted so good! What a perfect recipe for a busy weeknight or a lazy day. I had to bake them for 45 minutes, but that was no big deal. Delicious!
J M
Was so surprised how good this simple recipe turned out! Covered with foil after using Mrs Dash Herb and Garlic for seasoning. It tasted the closest to what pork used to taste like years ago, and sooooo tender. Due to unseen problems, had little time to cook the ribs as usual, and found this one. Paired with simple baked sweet potatoes, and peas. Only had one small piece left for spouse sandwich next day. Definitely a keeper. Was so tired of all other recipe ideas that ended up being different versions of a barbeque style. Was low in sodium too, which is my main objective. Thanks...a keeper!
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks for sharing your results with this baked pork ribs recipe!
Harivolid
It came out perfect Lisa. Thanks . Pay no mind to the Neanderthals comments. If they don't have enough time to feel your love of posting and sharing. Let them take their instant gratification needs elsewhere.
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks so much Harivolid!
Stephanie
Am I missing something? 30 mins at 350. Not even close to being cooked
Lisa MarcAurele
That is why it also says or until pork is cooked thoroughly which is at 145°F. Ovens can vary and some cook faster than others at the same temperature. I recommend using a meat thermometer to be sure.
Phil
Lisa. I certainly appreciate this recipe and your input but there is no way, regardless of oven, these ribs cook for 30 min at 350. Thank you for sharing though. Greatly appreciated.
Lisa MarcAurele
It could just be that it cooks faster in my convection oven (even though I do bake at a lower temp).
Bob
I love the comment by Phil who is must be a professional Chef & oven expert. That or Phil is wrong & all of the people who *have* made it know Phil is a whiner & the recipe is on point. Thanks Lisa!
JDerek
Had the exact same issue
Katherine
Great simple recipe! As someone else mentioned, I added some low carb bbq sauce at the 20 minute mark. They were so juicy and delicious! My new favorite way to make these ribs.
Lisa
BBQ sauce is a nice way to change it up and add more flavor!
Sandra
Do you have a recipe for bone-in spare ribs (not baby back ribs)? Any cut of meat with bones in usually results in being tender at the end of cooking time.
Lisa
I like to do those in the slow cooker or pressure cooker, but I don't have a recipe on the site.
CuriousCook
What are the measurements for the spices? To what temperature should the pork be cooked?
Lisa
It's an old recipe and the measurements must not have transferred correctly in the new software. I've put what I remember from memory.
Justin
Easy, simple recipe. I cooked them at 350 for 30 minutes total and they turned out great. At the 20 minute mark, I basted them with BBQ sauce.
Kate Smith
Delicious. I was skeptical that these would be flavorful enough but they had great flavor and I enjoyed them very much. This is such a simple recipe that doesn't take look but produces a great result.
Sylvia GM
Fast and awesome! No need to wait over an hour like others, Love this Recipe!