Best 5 Best Slow Cooker Ribs Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to preparing delectable slow-cooker ribs. Dive into a world of flavors with three irresistible recipes that cater to diverse taste preferences. Embark on a classic adventure with our timeless BBQ Ribs, tantalize your taste buds with the tangy Asian-Inspired Ribs, or venture into a realm of bold flavors with our Chipotle-Honey Ribs. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure fall-off-the-bone tenderness, a symphony of spices, and an unforgettable dining experience. Fire up your slow cooker and let the magic unfold as you effortlessly create restaurant-quality ribs in the comfort of your own kitchen.

**BBQ Ribs:** Experience the epitome of American barbecue with our classic BBQ Ribs recipe. Slather pork ribs in a rich, homemade BBQ sauce, packed with smoky, sweet, and savory notes. The slow cooking process tenderizes the ribs, allowing the sauce to penetrate deep into the meat, resulting in a flavor explosion with every bite.

**Asian-Inspired Ribs:** Embark on a culinary adventure with our Asian-Inspired Ribs. Marinated in a blend of aromatic Asian flavors, including ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and honey, these ribs boast a sticky glaze that will leave you craving more. The tender meat and the vibrant flavors of the marinade create a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds.

**Chipotle-Honey Ribs:** Ignite your taste buds with our Chipotle-Honey Ribs. A unique blend of chipotle peppers, honey, and spices creates a sweet and smoky glaze that coats the ribs, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. The slow cooking process ensures that the ribs remain fall-off-the-bone tender, while the glaze caramelizes, adding an extra layer of irresistible flavor.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SLOW COOKER BABY BACK RIBS



Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs image

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

3 pounds baby back ribs, trimmed
salt and ground black pepper, to taste
½ cup water
½ onion, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce

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 BARBECUE RIBS



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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

One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground mustard seeds
2 teaspoons granulated garlic
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 racks baby back ribs (about 3 pounds)
Oil, for grilling

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.

SLOW COOKER RIBS RECIPE BY TASTY



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It's been years since you got that slow cooker as a gift and well, outside of a hearty chili, you don't quite know what to do with it. Well get ready, because it's time to pull it back out and put together a barbecuing favorite: ribs. That's right. All you have to do is prep, and let the cooker do the work. With these baby back ribs, you won't even miss going to Chili's anymore.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups BBQ sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon chili powder
3 lb baby back pork rib
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine bbq sauce, brown sugar, cider vinegar, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, and chili powder in a small bowl.
  • Salt and pepper the ribs. Place ribs in slow cooker, and cover in sauce.
  • Cook low and slow for eight hours or high for four hours.
  • After the ribs are done, spoon the bbq sauce in the slow cooker over the ribs before removing.
  • Cut the ribs, serve with bbq sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1224 calories, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 78 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 52 grams, Sugar 55 grams

SLOW COOKER RIBS



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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

1 pinch steak seasoning, or to taste
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
1 pinch ground black pepper, or to taste
1 pinch chili powder, or to taste
1 (4 pound) package boneless country-style pork ribs
1 cup barbecue sauce
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup teriyaki sauce
¼ cup orange juice
2 dashes hot pepper sauce, or to taste

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



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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

3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup beef broth
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups dry red wine or beef broth
4 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
Salt and pepper to taste

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 are the most popular choice for slow-cooker ribs, but you can also use spare ribs or St. Louis-style ribs.
  • Trim the ribs. Remove any excess fat or membrane from the ribs before cooking.
  • Season the ribs. Rub the ribs with your favorite seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Brown the ribs. Searing the ribs in a pan before cooking them in the slow cooker will help to develop their flavor.
  • Add liquid to the slow cooker. Add enough liquid to the slow cooker to cover the ribs halfway. You can use water, broth, or a combination of both.
  • Cook the ribs on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Let the ribs rest before serving. Once the ribs are cooked, let them rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooker ribs are a delicious and easy way to enjoy this classic dish. With a little planning and preparation, you can have fall-off-the-bone ribs that are perfect for any occasion.

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