Baby back ribs
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 20.0 g |
| Fat | 18.0 g |
| Carbs | 8.5 g |
Baby back ribs are a cut of pork taken from the upper portion of the rib cage, close to the spine, typically sold raw and most often slow-cooked, grilled, or smoked. They are a staple of American barbecue cuisine, usually served as a rack or half-rack with dry rubs or sauces applied during cooking. Per 100 g raw, baby back ribs provide 280 kcal, 20 g of protein, 18 g of fat, and 8.5 g of carbohydrates, of which 7 g are sugars — likely from marinade or rub ingredients rather than the meat itself. Notable minerals include 490 mg of sodium and 280 mg of potassium per 100 g, along with 0.8 mcg of vitamin B12. No glycemic index is available for this food. Baby back ribs are listed as dairy-free.
How many calories in baby back ribs?
Raw baby back ribs contain 280 kcal per 100 g. A typical half-rack weighs around 400–500 g before cooking, which would place it in the range of 1,100–1,400 kcal before any added sauces or rubs.
How much sodium is in baby back ribs?
Baby back ribs contain 490 mg of sodium per 100 g in their raw state. This figure can increase significantly once dry rubs, marinades, or barbecue sauces are applied during preparation.
Is baby back ribs keto-friendly?
The meat itself is relatively low in carbohydrates at 8.5 g per 100 g raw, though some of those carbs come from added rubs or marinades. Plain baby back ribs without sugary sauces can fit a low-carb or keto approach, but they are not listed among standard keto-certified diets in this data.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 20.0 g |
| Fat | 18.0 g |
| Carbs | 8.5 g |
| Sugars | 7.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.20 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 6.5 g |
| Monounsaturated | 8.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 2.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 85.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 30.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.3 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Sodium | 490 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 5.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.80 mcg |