Succulent, fall-off-the-bone ribs are a true barbecue classic, and with a slow cooker, you can achieve this mouthwatering dish with minimal effort. These slow-cooked ribs recipes offer a variety of flavors and cooking methods, ensuring that you find the perfect one to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a tangy, sweet, or smoky flavor profile, there's a recipe here to suit your palate. From classic barbecue sauce-slathered ribs to Asian-inspired ribs with hoisin and ginger, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the process. Get ready to indulge in tender, juicy ribs that are sure to be a hit at your next gathering or backyard cookout.
Here are our top 18 tried and tested recipes!
SLOW-COOKED BBQ PORK RIBS
Check your pantry; you probably have everything needed to turn these ribs into a sweet, tangy, fork-tender treat. -Annette Thompson, Woodbury, Vermont
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 7h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place ribs in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over ribs. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until meat is tender., Remove ribs and keep warm. Skim fat from sauce; serve sauce with ribs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 1247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 40g protein.
STICKY SPICY SLOW-COOKED RIBS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 5h15m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut the racks into 2-rib pieces, season with salt and pepper and put into a slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together the preserves, ketchup, mustard, soy sauce, garlic, chipotles, ginger and hot sauce. Pour the mixture over the ribs and cover. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
- When the ribs are cooked, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker and place them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Skim the fat from the juices and transfer the juices to a pan. Place the pan on medium-high heat and bring to a simmer.
- Mix the cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the juices in the pan and cook until the desired thickness.
- Brush the ribs with the sauce and bake, brushing with more sauce every 10 to 15 minutes, until the ribs are glazed and sticky, about 45 minutes. Serve with extra sauce.
SLOW COOKED BBQ RIBS (FOR CROCK POT)
This is the most perfect recipe for ribs. You can't get them in a restaurant better than this! The meat falls off the bone as you take them out of the crock!
Provided by Dreamgoddess
Categories Pork
Time 10h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Do not pre-heat the slow cooker.
- Dice up the onion, add to crock pot.
- Rub the ribs with salt and pepper, add to crock pot.
- Dump BBQ sauce on top.
- Cook on low setting for 8-10 hours.
- Try not to lift the lid too much.
- The meat will FALL OFF THE BONE!
SLOW-COOKED GERMAN SHORT RIBS
Dust off your slow cooker. This recipe is worth it. I love coming home to a waiting meal!
Provided by PEG13
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rib Recipes
Time 8h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons flour, salt, and pepper. Coat the short ribs with the flour mixture.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown short ribs in olive oil.
- In a slow cooker, combine onions, wine, chili sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and chili powder. Mix thoroughly. Transfer the short ribs from the skillet to the slow cooker.
- Cover, and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
- Remove ribs, and turn the slow cooker control to High. Mix the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour with 1/4 cup water, and stir into the sauce. Cook for 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 93.2 mg, Fat 46.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 18.3 g, Sodium 470.8 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
SLOW COOKED RIBS
Super yummy, mouth watering, fall-off-the-bone ribs! Depending on your slow cooker the time could be less. I have a really old slow cooker and the ribs only take 3 1/2 hours. Just watch and stir every hour and you'll have super yummy ribs! Enjoy!
Provided by aimeejean
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Rib Recipes Baby Back Ribs
Time 5h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a large baking pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Place ribs onto the prepared baking sheet. Season both sides with grill seasoning.
- Bake ribs in the preheated oven for 30 minutes; flip ribs over and bake an additional 15 minutes. Cut ribs apart and place into a slow cooker.
- Mix ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic in a bowl until thoroughly combined; pour sauce over ribs. Stir to coat. Cook ribs on Low until tender, 4 to 6 hours; stir occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 660.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 175.5 mg, Fat 44.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 37.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 1228.1 mg, Sugar 24.4 g
SLOW-COOKED BEEF SHORT RIBS WITH RED WINE SAUCE
Yum! The smell of these ribs simmering all day is just mouthwatering! Make sure to serve with a big loaf of crusty bread to mop up every last bit of the sauce!
Provided by Meredith .F
Categories Meat
Time 6h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix flour, salt & pepper. Coat ribs with the mixture.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over med-high heat and brown the short ribs on all sides.
- In a crock pot, combine onions, 1 cup of red wine, chili sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, dry mustard & chili powder. Add ribs to the mixture.
- Cover & cook on low for 6 hours.
- Remove ribs to a platter and keep warm.
- Turn crockpot to high and add remaining flour and red wine. Cook 10 minutes or until thoroughly combined and sauce has thickened.
- Pour sauce over ribs and serve immediately!
SLOW-COOKED COUNTRY RIBS IN GRAVY
This is a very easy recipe (just the kind I like!) that I got from my sister-in-law. I like to make it in winter as a way to capture the barbecues of summer.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place ribs in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over ribs. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour; reduce heat to low and cook 3-4 hours longer. Remove ribs to serving platter and keep warm. Thicken cooking liquid for gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 876mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
GRILLED SLOW-COOKED BBQ RIBS
Provided by James Briscione
Categories main-dish
Time 2h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat a grill for cooking over low heat.
- Remove the membrane from the bone sides of the ribs. Rub both sides of the ribs with the steak seasoning.
- Lay 1 rack of the ribs over a large sheet of aluminum foil. Fold up the sides and pour in half of the beer. Seal the foil, leaving enough room for the packet to fill with steam as it cooks. Repeat with the remaining ribs and beer. Arrange the foil packets on the grill and cook until the meat is tender, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Remove the packets from the heat (leave the grill on) and let cool for 5 minutes. Pour about 1/2 cup total of the juices from the foil packets into a small saucepan and stir in the barbecue sauce. Warm the saucepan on the grill.
- Cut the cooked ribs into portions and reheat on the grill until hot and well-browned on both sides, brushing with the barbecue sauce mixture as they cook. Serve the ribs with the remaining sauce on the side.
SLOW-COOKED BRAISED OVEN SHORT RIBS
These ribs are cooked in the oven on a very low temperature and can also be made in a crockpot, if you are using more than 4 pounds ribs then double the sauce ingredients. These ribs goes great with recipe#186700 or recipe#69020...or mashed potatoes. The cayenne pepper or Tabasco is only optional, add in for extra heat.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Meat
Time 3h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Grease a roasting pan (large enough to hold the ribs and sauce).
- In a shallow dish combine flour with seasoned salt, black pepper, paprika and garlic powder.
- Dredge the ribs in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a large skillet; add in ribs and brown on all sides; remove to the roasting pan.
- Place the chopped onions over the ribs.
- In a saucepan mix together the tomato sauce, barbecue sauce, molasses, cider vinegar and fresh garlic (if using) bring to a boil and simmer stirring for 5 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the ribs and onions.
- Cover with foil and bake in a 300 degree oven for 3-4 hours or until ribs are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1665.8, Fat 134, SaturatedFat 55, Cholesterol 258.6, Sodium 1028.8, Carbohydrate 59.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 33.1, Protein 52.2
SLOW-COOKED SWEET AND SAVORY RIBS
Make and share this Slow-Cooked Sweet and Savory Ribs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Pork
Time 9h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place onion rings into a 5-quart slow-cooker.
- Place ribs on top of onions.
- In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, maple syrup, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over ribs.
- Cover; cook on LOW for 8-9 hours or until the meat is tender.
ASIAN SLOW-COOKED SHORT RIBS
After a long day of sledding, the aroma of these beautiful short ribs says welcome home. Warm and comforting, they make a worthy low-maintenance dinner. -Amy Chase, Vanderhoof, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Add short ribs; cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 6-8 hours. Discard bay leaves. If desired, serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 1338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein.
SLOW-COOKED KOREAN BEEF SHORT RIBS
Make and share this Slow-Cooked Korean Beef Short Ribs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Virginia Cherry Blo
Categories Korean
Time 8h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place ribs in slow cooker. Combine green onions, say sauce, broth, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and pepper in medium bowl; mix well and pour over ribs. Cover; cook on LOW 7 to 8 hours or until ribs are fork tender.
- Remove ribs from cooking liquid; cool slightly. Trim excess fat. Cut rib meat into bite-size pieces, discarding bones and fat. Let cooking liquid stand 5 minutes to allow fat to rise. Skim off fat.
- Stir sesame seed oil into liquid. Return beef to slow cooker. Cover; cook 15 to 30 minutes or until hot. Serve with rice; garnish with sesame seeds.
SLOW-COOKED SHORT RIBS WITH GREMOLATA
English short ribs are cut lengthwise along the bone, so the meat sits on top. With a day or two of notice, any butcher should be able to cut them to order.
Provided by Travis Lett
Categories Beef Braise Christmas Dinner Meat Beef Rib Winter Christmas Eve Bon Appétit Anniversary Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season short ribs generously with salt and pepper; place in a large roasting pan and chill, uncovered, 12 hours.
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Toast breadcrumbs on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing halfway through, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
- Add 1 cup water to roasting pan. Cover pan with foil and cook until meat is tender, 2 1/2-3 hours. Uncover pan and increase oven temperature to 400°F. Roast until ribs are browned on top, 25-30 minutes longer.
- When short ribs are almost done, mix garlic, parsley, horseradish, lemon zest and juice, breadcrumbs, and 2 tablespoons oil in a small bowl; season gremolata with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook lemons, cut side down, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Top short ribs with gremolata and serve with seared lemons.
SLOW COOKED PORK RIBS
Categories Soup/Stew Pork Bake Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Dinner Lunch Potluck
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Season your ribs with marinade, your favorite rib rub, grill seasoning, or simply salt and pepper. Place ribs, meat side down, in baking dishes. Cover the baking dishes with aluminum foil and place in the oven. If you are using small baby back ribs, take out after 4.25 hours. If you are using regular baby back or St. Louis style ribs, then take out after 5.25 hours. Drain off the drippings. Flip the ribs over using two spatulas (and an extra set of hands if you have them) so the meat side is up. Be careful, as they may be so tender they fall apart. Put a layer of BBQ sauce on the ribs and return to the oven uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes or toss on the grill. Remove from oven and serve them up with a side of potato salad and some baked beans.
SLOW COOKED SHORT RIBS
Not only are these ribs delicious, but by using the crock pot it frees you up to do other things. Enjoy!
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Ribs
Time 8h35m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. In a large zip bag combine flour, salt and pepper. Add ribs in batches and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown ribs in butter, transfer to a 5 quart slow cooker. In the same skillet, combine the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Pour over ribs (slow cooker will be full). Cover and cook on low for 6 - 8 hours or until meat is tender.
SLOW-COOKED RIBS
Nothing says comfort like a plate full of mouthwatering ribs coated in barbecue sauce. These from Sharon Crider of Junction City, Kansas are delicious and tangy.-Sharon Crider, Junction City, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut ribs into serving-size pieces. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Combine barbecue sauce and salad dressing; pour over ribs. Sprinkle with garlic. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender., Remove meat to a serving platter; keep warm. Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. Bring liquid to a boil. , Combine flour and water until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with meat.
Nutrition Facts :
FAST AND EASY SLOW-COOKED SHORT RIBS
Few ingredients, under 3 minutes, and come back to a finished dinner. Fresh rosemary is best, but dried works just fine too.
Provided by Susan Gartin
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rib Recipes
Time 8h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place short ribs into a slow cooker; top with French onion soup. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Pour chili sauce over exposed parts of ribs; sprinkle with rosemary.
- Cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 95.2 mg, Fat 42.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 549.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
SUNDAY AFTERNOON SLOW-COOKED SPARE RIBS
I reviewed all the recipes for spare ribs and then borrowed ideas from many of them to come up with a blend that we tasted and loved. Great accompaniment to Sunday afternoon football games on TV.
Provided by cookingatlongbeachisland
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Rib Recipes Spare Ribs
Time 4h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the ribs into a large pot, and cover with lightly salted water. Bring the ribs to a boil, and boil for 45 minutes. Drain off the water and set the ribs aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until the oil shimmers, and brown the ribs on all sides, about 10 minutes per side. Remove the ribs, and pour in the beef broth, ketchup, brown sugar, lemon juice, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, seafood seasoning, dried onion, nutmeg, and salt and pepper. Stir the ingredients until the sauce has dissolved any brown bits of flavor from the bottom of the pan. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-low heat, and transfer the ribs back into the sauce.
- Coat the ribs with sauce, cover the pan, and simmer over low heat until the meat is very tender and falls off the bones, about 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 75.2 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 860.5 mg, Sugar 11.5 g
Tips:
- Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs are the most popular choice for slow-cooked ribs, but you can also use spare ribs or country-style ribs.
- Trim the ribs: Remove any excess fat or cartilage from the ribs before cooking.
- Season the ribs: Rub the ribs with a mixture of spices and herbs, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Brown the ribs: Brown the ribs in a hot skillet or grill pan before slow-cooking. This will help to develop flavor and color.
- Add liquid to the slow cooker: Add a small amount of liquid to the slow cooker, such as water, broth, or beer. This will help to keep the ribs moist and prevent them from drying out.
- Cook the ribs on low heat: Cook the ribs on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.
- Baste the ribs: Baste the ribs with the cooking liquid every hour or so to help them stay moist.
- Make a sauce for the ribs: Serve the ribs with a homemade barbecue sauce or your favorite store-bought sauce.
Conclusion:
Slow-cooked ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can create fall-off-the-bone tender ribs that will impress your family and friends.
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