Barbecue fare is one of the most classic and beloved local cuisines in the US. It's hearty, meaty, greasy and oh-so-satisfying. And yet all that deliciousness has to come with a price. A high-fat, calorific one at that. Just 1/2 rack of ribs has roughly 550 calories and 37 grams of fat, of which 13 are saturated. And that's not including all the irresistible BBQ side dishes that typically accompany this beefy dish.