Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipe
This Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipe has got to be the easiest way to cook ribs. Just coat the pork ribs with dry rub, cook them low and slow in the crockpot then slather with sauce and broil. Juicy, trendy, fall of the bone ribs!
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Pork Ribs – Slow Cooker
I am not the stand outside and grill over an open flame type of gal. So these Crockpot Baby Back Ribs are perfect for my style. Easy, no fuss. Just a set and forget type of recipe.
These pork ribs are also a great idea for game-day, parties and holidays.
How To Prepare Pork Ribs
There is a thin membrane on the backside of the ribs that needs to be removed. I basically just stick my knife under the membrane to loosen it then rip it off. Here is a good visual tutorial for you to check out if needed: How To Remove Membrane From Ribs
Then cut the ribs into 3-4 sections before placing into the slow cooker. This will make the ribs easier to handle.
Ingredients Needed For Crockpot Pork Ribs (screenshot for grocery list)
- Pork Baby Back Ribs
- Brown Sugar
- Smoked Paprika
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Chili Powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Bbq Sauce
How To Cook Baby Back Ribs In Slow Cooker
- Prep ribs by removing membrane and cutting into 3-4 sections.
- Mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin and salt.
- Rub ribs with season mixture.
- Pour water into bottom of slow cooker. Place ribs inside slow cooker.
- Secure lid then set slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours. 8 hours on low will make ribs that are literally falling off the bone. If you prefer a bit more bite to your ribs plan on the shorter cook time.
- Transfer ribs to a greased rimmed baking sheet. Slather your favorite bbq sauce over the ribs, top and bottom.
- Broil High on the middle rack for 5-10 minutes. Keep a close eye to remove before sauce burns.
What To Serve With Ribs
Garlic Cheese Bread – Herb Butter Skillet Corn – Vinegar Based Coleslaw – Black Bean Corn Salad – Cold Spaghetti Salad – Double Pork Baked Beans – Easy Pasta Salad
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Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Lbs Pork Baby Back Ribs
- 2 teaspoons Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 Cup Bbq Sauce
Instructions
- Prep ribs by removing membrane and cutting into 3-4 sections.
- Mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin and salt.
- Rub ribs with season mixture.
- Pour 1/4 cup water into bottom of slow cooker. Place ribs inside slow cooker.
- Secure lid then set slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours.
- Transfer ribs to a greased rimmed baking sheet. Slather your favorite bbq sauce over the ribs, top and bottom.
- Broil High on the middle rack for 5-10 minutes. Keep a close eye to remove before sauce burns.
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How much water?
How much water?
Lol, we are also wondering how much water 😅🤦🏼♀️