Best 5 Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipes

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**Satisfy your barbecue cravings with these tantalizing slow-cooker baby back ribs recipes!**

Indulge in fall-off-the-bone tenderness and smoky flavors with our curated collection of slow-cooker baby back ribs recipes. From classic barbecue sauce to unique Asian-inspired glazes, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors to satisfy every palate. Discover the art of creating juicy, succulent ribs that melt in your mouth, perfect for backyard gatherings, family dinners, or a cozy night in. Get ready to elevate your slow-cooker game and impress your taste buds with these delectable baby back rib creations.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested 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 PINEAPPLE BABY BACK RIBS RECIPE BY TASTY



Slow-Cooker Pineapple Baby Back Ribs Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: salt, pepper, onion powder, cayenne, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, baby back ribs, diced pineapple, barbecue sauce

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon cayenne
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 lb baby back ribs
20 oz diced pineapple, 1 can
28 oz barbecue sauce, 1 bottle

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, onion powder, cayenne, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder.
  • Rub the spice mix all over the baby back ribs.
  • Drain the juice from the can of pineapple and add to the slow cooker, along with the barbecue sauce. Stir to combine.
  • Add the diced pineapple and ribs to the slow cooker and cover with the sauce.
  • Cover and cook on high for 4 hours. Halfway through, flip the racks of ribs so the one that was previously on the bottom is now on top. Cover with more sauce.
  • Remove the ribs from the slow cooker and cut into individual pieces. Serve with the leftover sauce and pineapple chunks.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1043 calories, Carbohydrate 101 grams, Fat 53 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 78 grams

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUED BABY BACK RIBS



Slow-Cooker Barbecued Baby Back Ribs image

Comfort food from the slow cooker! Pork ribs in a tangy barbecue sauce make an easy, irresistible family dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/3 cups ketchup
3/4 cup chili sauce
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon liquid smoke
4 lb pork baby back ribs, cut into 3-rib sections
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all sauce ingredients; set aside.
  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Place pork in slow cooker. Spoon about 1 1/2 cups sauce evenly over sections. Reserve remaining sauce; refrigerate.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 7 hours (or on High heat setting 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes) or until almost tender.
  • Remove pork from slow cooker; drain and discard cooking liquid. Return pork to slow cooker; spoon reserved sauce evenly over each section. If cooking on High heat setting, reduce to Low. Cover; cook 1 hour longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 48 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1320 mg, Sugar 30 g, TransFat 1 g

BABY BACK RIBS (SLOW COOKER)



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These baby back ribs might not be bathed in smoke, but they still a lot of flavor. This slow cooked recipe will give you a great set of ribs even if can't prepare it outdoors.

Provided by CHEF GRPA

Categories     Australian

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 lbs pork baby back ribs
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 teaspoon ground oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Trim excess fat from ribs. Combine dry ingredients and rub over the surface of the ribs. Place ribs in slow cooker or Crock-Pot standing on their edge with the meaty side out. Cook for about 8 hours. Remove ribs from slow cooker and brush with barbecue sauce.
  • My Note: THE ONLY THING I DID DIFFERENTLY WAS THAT I TURNED OFF THE SLOW COOKER AND I REMOVED THE RIBS. I PLACED THEM ONTO A FLAT TRAY LINED WITH FOIL, WITH MINIMAL JUICE FROM THE SLOW COOKER. I PRE-HEATED THE OVEN TO 380 AND I BRUSHED THE RIBS WITH SWEET RAYS BBQ SAUCE ( WE LOVE THIS BBQ SAUCE) AND WE BAKED THEM FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES TO FIRM THEM UP A BIT AND GLAZE THEM. THEY WERE AWESOME.
  • First, we cooked for 6.5 hours on low, and the ribs came out moist and falling off the bone tender. Any longer, and they would have not have held together. Second, we also coated lightly in BBQ sauce when they came out, and then put them under the broiler for 7 minutes. That way, the outside was crispy and BBQ-like, but the inside was moist and so, so, tender. When we make again, we'll take them out after 6 hours, which is plenty on low! My wife said they are the best she's ever had, and my mother-in-law wanted the recipe!

HAWAIIAN-INSPIRED BABY BACK RIBS FOR THE SLOW COOKER



Hawaiian-Inspired Baby Back Ribs for the Slow Cooker image

These ribs are delicious and different, and take so little effort! Hoisin sauce and Chinese five-spice powder are found in the Asian foods section of the grocery or in any Asian market. Garnish with minced green onion and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Provided by Saveur

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Baby Back Ribs

Time 6h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (2 pound) slab pork baby back ribs, cut into 3- to 4-rib portions
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
2 cups hoisin sauce
1 cup pineapple juice
3 green onions, diced
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar, or more to taste
1 tablespoon bottled minced ginger
1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic

Steps:

  • Place baby back ribs portions in the bottom of a slow cooker; sprinkle black pepper and five-spice powder on top.
  • Mix hoisin sauce, pineapple juice, green onions, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a bowl to make sauce. Pour 2/3 of the sauce over the ribs. Refrigerate remaining sauce.
  • Cook ribs on Low, basting occasionally with sauce, until tender, 6 to 8 hours.
  • Transfer ribs to a serving dish. Brush remaining sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.1 calories, Carbohydrate 72.5 g, Cholesterol 120.9 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 2156.4 mg, Sugar 44.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs are the most popular type of ribs for slow cooking, as they are tender and flavorful. You can also use spare ribs, but they will take longer to cook.
  • Trim the ribs: Remove any excess fat or membranes from the ribs before cooking. This will help the ribs cook evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Season the ribs: Season the ribs with a rub or marinade of your choice. This will help to enhance the flavor of the ribs.
  • Cook the ribs on low heat: Slow cooking is the best way to ensure that the ribs are tender and fall-off-the-bone. Cook the ribs on low heat for at least 6 hours, or until the meat is easily pulled away from the bone.
  • Baste the ribs: Baste the ribs with the cooking liquid every hour or so to keep them moist. This will also help to develop a nice glaze on the ribs.
  • Let the ribs rest: Once the ribs are cooked, let them rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making the ribs even more tender.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker baby back ribs are an easy and delicious way to enjoy this classic comfort food. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a rack of fall-off-the-bone ribs that will be the hit of your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give slow cooker baby back ribs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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