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Crockpot Barbecue Ribs

Crockpot Barbecue Ribs
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Tender, juicy Crockpot Barbecue Ribs slow-cooked to perfection with a rich, smoky homemade barbecue sauce. This effortless recipe ensures fall-off-the-bone ribs that are full of flavor, ideal for any dinner occasion or casual gathering.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 racks baby back pork ribs or spare ribs
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ribs: Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs to ensure tenderness. Season the ribs evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika to build a flavorful base that the slow cooker will enhance.
  2. Make the Barbecue Sauce: In a bowl, combine the barbecue sauce with brown sugar and apple cider vinegar. This mixture provides the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors for the ribs to soak up during cooking.
  3. Layer the Crockpot: Place the ribs standing up against the sides of the crockpot, layering if necessary. Pour the barbecue sauce mixture evenly over the ribs, ensuring every piece is well coated for maximum flavor infusion.
  4. Slow Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook the ribs on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. This slow cooking allows the meat to become tender and infused with the rich barbecue marinade.
  5. Finish and Serve: Optionally, transfer ribs to a baking sheet and broil for a few minutes to caramelize the sauce further and add a sticky glaze before serving. This step adds a restaurant-quality finish but can be skipped if desired.

Notes

  • Remove the membrane to help ribs absorb more flavor and become more tender.
  • Cook low and slow for the best texture and juiciness.
  • Ensure ribs are well coated with sauce for deep flavor infusion.
  • Save leftover cooking liquid to reduce on the stove for a thickened glaze or dipping sauce.
  • Let ribs rest a few minutes after cooking to keep juices locked in.

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