Whether ribs are considered lean depends on the type and cut. For pork ribs, most cuts are reasonably lean (more meat than fat) and moderately meaty when compared to beef. However, the fat content increases lower down the rib cage, with rib tips being mostly fat with bone.
Here's a breakdown to better understand:
- Pork Ribs (Generally): Tend to be reasonably lean compared to beef ribs.
- Rib Location Matters: The higher the rib is on the pig, the leaner it tends to be.
- Rib Tips: These are the exception, being mostly fat and bone.
