Slow Cooker Ribs: A Mouth-Watering Recipe for Tender and Delicious Ribs
If you’re a fan of tender, flavorful, fall-off-the-bone ribs but don’t have the time to stand by the grill, then slow cooker ribs are the perfect solution for you. With just a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a mouth-watering meal that’s sure to satisfy your cravings. In this article, we’ll share a delicious recipe for slow cooker ribs, as well as some helpful tips from Becky, a seasoned home cook, and some valuable nutrition information.
Recipe: Slow Cooker Ribs
— Ingredients Needed :
- 2 racks baby back ribs, 4-5 pounds total
- 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
- 18 oz. barbeque sauce
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 yellow onion, sliced into quarters and separated
- 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- Dry Rub
- 1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 3 Tablespoons brown sugar
— How To make it :
Combine seasoning ingredients and set aside.
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. (See process shots in post.)
Use a sharp Chef’s knife and carefully cut each rack in half if they’re too long to fit in the Crock Pot. Pat them completely dry.
Massage the rub seasoning into the front and back of the ribs. Use a pastry brush to coat the top and bottom of the ribs with Dijon mustard.
The acidity in the mustard helps break down the fibers in the meat for extra tender results.
Finally, Brush the tops with BBQ Sauce (don’t use all of the BBQ sauce) and clean pastry brush after use.
Add the chicken broth to the Crock Pot and stack the ribs on top. Sprinkle the onions and garlic around it.
Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8.
Finish them in the Oven: (See section below for grill)
Preheat the oven to a low broil at 450 degrees.
To remove them from the Crock Pot: Slide a long sturdy spatula underneath one side and gently grip the other side with kitchen tongs.
Carefully transfer them to a foil-lined baking sheet, bone side up. Brush generously with the BBQ sauce and cook the ribs for 5 minutes.
Flip the ribs, brush with sauce, cook for 5 more minutes.
Flip one more time, brush with sauce, cook for 5 minutes. Serve!
OR Finish them on the Grill:
Heat a grill to medium heat, (about 350 degrees).
To remove them from the Crock Pot: Slide a long sturdy spatula underneath one side and gently grip the other side with kitchen tongs.
Carefully transfer them to a foil-lined baking sheet, bone side down. Brush the tops generously with BBQ Sauce.
Cook for 5 minutes, uncovered. Remove them and carefully flip. Brush with BBQ sauce and grill for 5 more minutes.
Flip them one more time, brush with sauce, and grill for 5 more minutes. Serve!
— Becky’s Tips:
- For even more flavor, marinate the ribs overnight in the spice mixture before cooking.
- If you like your ribs to be a little bit spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spice mixture.
- If you don’t have apple cider vinegar, you can use white vinegar or lemon juice instead.
- For a smokier flavor, add a drop or two of liquid smoke to the BBQ sauce mixture.
- If you’re short on time, you can skip the broiling step and just serve the ribs straight from the slow cooker.
— Nutrition Information:
While ribs are undeniably delicious, they’re not exactly the healthiest food out there. However, by using leaner cuts of meat and limiting your portion size, you can still enjoy them in moderation. Here’s some nutrition information for this slow cooker rib recipe:
Serving Size: 1/2 pound of ribs
Calories: 650
Fat: 41g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 175mg
Sodium: 660mg
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 24g
Protein: 42g
— Conclusion:
Slow cooker ribs are a delicious and easy way to enjoy tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs without the hassle of grilling. With this simple recipe and some helpful tips from Becky, you can create a mouth-watering meal that’s sure to satisfy your cravings. Just remember to enjoy in moderation, and you’ll be sure to have a satisfying and delicious meal
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