Indulge in a finger-licking journey with our curated selection of crock-pot ribs recipes, a culinary symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From classic barbecue ribs glazed in a sticky, tangy sauce to fall-off-the-bone ribs braised in flavorful broths, our collection offers a diverse range of recipes to suit every palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will transform your slow cooker into a magical vessel, tenderizing ribs to perfection while infusing them with irresistible aromas and delectable flavors.
**The article features three exceptional crock-pot ribs recipes:**
1. **Classic Barbecue Ribs:** This timeless recipe captures the essence of traditional barbecue, coating tender ribs in a sweet, smoky glaze that caramelizes to perfection. The slow-cooking process ensures the ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, while the tangy barbecue sauce adds a delightful balance of flavors.
2. **Honey Garlic Ribs:** Experience a taste of Asian-inspired goodness with these ribs, marinated in a delectable blend of honey, garlic, soy sauce, and ginger. The slow-cooked ribs absorb the marinade, resulting in a sticky, flavorful glaze that coats every inch of the meat. Prepare for a symphony of sweet, savory, and umami flavors that will leave you craving more.
3. **Dr. Pepper Ribs:** Discover the unexpected magic of using Dr. Pepper soda in this unique recipe. The ribs are braised in a combination of Dr. Pepper, barbecue sauce, and spices, creating a rich and flavorful broth that infuses the meat with a hint of sweetness and smokiness. The result is a fall-off-the-bone tender rib that will surprise and delight your taste buds.
CROCK POT RIBS RECIPE
Crock Pot Ribs are an easy way to make the most delicious ribs for any occasion. This slow cooker ribs recipe is so simple! You can cook these crock pot BBQ ribs stress-free, and they'll come out super tender and flavorful.
Provided by Becky Hardin - The Cookie Rookie
Categories Appetizer/Main Course
Time 4h10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Set the slow cooker to LOW and spray with nonstick cooking spray. (I always spray the underside of the lid to help with cleanup.)
- Remove the silver membrane from the back of the ribs. Here's a video with instructions. (You might have bought ribs with the membrane removed, and if so, skip this step.)
- In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, brown sugar, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Rub the dry-rub mix evenly over the ribs.
- Brush both sides of the rib with barbecue sauce and set the ribs in the slow cooker standing upright with the meaty side against the inside wall, of the slow cooker.
- Pour the remaining barbecue sauce over the ribs. If using a sweet sauce, pour the cider vinegar over the ribs.
- Cover and cook on LOW 5-6 hours or until the meat is fork-tender.
- Serve with additional store-bought barbecue sauce or strain the juices, from the pan, through a fine-mesh strainer into a medium saucepan.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer 15-20 minutes or until the mixture has reduced to 2 cups.
- To serve, slice the meat between the bones and serve with barbecue sauce.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1102 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 50 g, Fat 75 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, Cholesterol 254 mg, Sodium 2589 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 43 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SLOW-COOKER BARBECUE RIBS
Yes, you can cook ribs in a slow cooker! In this easy recipe, the seasoning paste transforms into a savory dipping sauce. Slather it on the ribs and pop them on the grill just before serving for a final char.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 4h40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk the tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, chili powder, mustard, garlic, paprika, Worcestershire, 1 1/2 tablespoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in the insert of a 6-quart slow cooker until smooth. Cut each rack of ribs in half and add to the slow cooker. Use your hands to rub the sauce on to the ribs. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat until tender, about 4 hours.
- Gently transfer the ribs to a baking sheet and cool for at least 20 minutes; this will help maintain the shape of the ribs as they grill. Whisk the sauce at the bottom of the slow cooker until smooth. Reserve 1/4 cup of the sauce to brush on to the ribs and save any remaining sauce to serve on the side (it will thicken as it cools).
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates. Grill the ribs, top-side down, until lightly charred in parts, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip, brush the top side of the ribs with the reserved barbecue sauce and grill until the underside of the ribs are lightly charred in parts, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove to a platter and serve immediately with the extra barbecue sauce on the side.
CROCK POT BBQ RIBS
This is my own finger licking good recipe that is a hit every time and you don't even have to fire up the barbie!
Provided by fitmama
Categories Meat
Time 7h10m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine rub ingredients mixing well.
- Rub on all sides of ribs.
- Place ribs meaty side up in crock pot.
- Cover; cook on low for 6 hours.
- Drain the grease from the crock.
- Place the ribs back in and cover with bbq sauce.
- Cook for another hour.
ASHLEY'S CROCK POT PORK RIBS
After reading a number of different crock pot ribs, I decided to post my version. The combination of soy and worcestershire sauce give the ribs a little something different to taste. Enjoy!
Provided by AshleyNeicole
Categories Pork
Time 8h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut ribs into individual pieces.
- Mix soy sauce, worcestershire sauce and olive oil together. Pour over ribs and mix to make sure each rib is coated.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder. Be careful with the salt since soy sauce is naturally salty.
- Cook in crock pot on low 8-10 hours or high 4-6 hours.
- Optional: Remove from crock pot (store liquid as stock if you like, otherwise discard) and coat ribs with your favorite sauce. Bake in 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes. I have found the ribs taste great either way.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 794, Fat 60.8, SaturatedFat 21.3, Cholesterol 208.5, Sodium 1248.4, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 54.9
SLOW COOKER BABY BACK RIBS
These are the best I've had, short of the actual grilling method of course! This is a very simple recipe that I came up with a few years ago. It's not rocket science, just ribs cooked in the slow cooker and finished in the oven. This is what I do when I want ribs during the week and have to work all day. I'm eating them within a half-hour of getting home, and they turn out perfect every time!
Provided by norah
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Rib Recipes Baby Back Ribs
Time 4h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Season ribs with salt and pepper.
- Pour water into slow cooker. Layer the ribs into the slow cooker. Top the ribs with onion and garlic.
- Cook on High for 4 hours (or Low for 8 hours).
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Transfer ribs to a baking sheet. Discard onion and garlic. Coat ribs with barbeque sauce.
- Bake in preheated oven until the sauce caramelizes and sticks to the meat, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1067.4 mg, Sugar 22.7 g
SLOW COOKER RIBS
Super-simple recipe that will leave your mouth watering and your house smelling insanely delicious when you get home from work!
Provided by Caselicious
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Rib Recipes Country-Style Ribs
Time 8h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix the steak seasoning, garlic salt, black pepper, and chili powder in a small bowl. Rub the ribs all over with the seasoning mix, and place into the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour in barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, orange juice, and hot pepper sauce. Liquid should not cover the ribs all the way.
- Set the cooker to Low, and cook until ribs are tender, about 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 1819.1 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
SLOW-COOKER SHORT RIBS
These slow-cooker short ribs are an easy alternative to traditionally braised short ribs-you don't need to pay any attention to them once you get them in the slow cooker. (That makes it my favorite beef short ribs recipe!) -Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. In batches, brown ribs on all sides; transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add carrots, broth, thyme and bay leaf to ribs., Add onions to the same skillet; cook and stir over medium heat 8-9 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook 8-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove ribs and vegetables; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; skim fat. Discard thyme and bay leaf. Bring juices to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened; press cancel. If desired, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper. Serve with ribs and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs and spare ribs are the most popular cuts for slow cooker ribs. Baby back ribs are leaner and have a shorter cooking time, while spare ribs are meatier and have a richer flavor.
- Trim the ribs: Remove any excess fat from the ribs before cooking. This will help the ribs cook evenly and prevent them from becoming greasy.
- Season the ribs: Season the ribs liberally with your favorite rub or marinade. This will help the ribs develop a flavorful crust.
- Use a slow cooker liner: A slow cooker liner will make cleanup a breeze. Just place the liner in the slow cooker before adding the ribs and ingredients.
- Cook the ribs on low: The best way to cook ribs in a slow cooker is on low heat for 8-10 hours. This will allow the ribs to cook slowly and evenly, resulting in fall-off-the-bone tenderness.
- Add liquid to the slow cooker: Adding a small amount of liquid to the slow cooker will help prevent the ribs from drying out. You can use water, broth, or even beer.
- Baste the ribs: Basting the ribs with the cooking liquid every few hours will help keep them moist and flavorful.
- Serve the ribs with your favorite sides: Ribs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular options include mashed potatoes, coleslaw, and corn on the cob.
Conclusion:
Cooking ribs in a slow cooker is a great way to enjoy tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs without a lot of hassle. By following these tips, you can create delicious ribs that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for an easy and flavorful meal, give slow cooker ribs a try!
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