Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs
Tender and flavorful barbecue ribs cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, ideal for a family meal or gathering.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (2 lbs) pork ribs
- (1 cup) barbecue sauce
- (1/2 cups) apple cider vinegar
- (1/4 cups) brown sugar
- (1 tablespoon) smoked paprika
- (1 tablespoon) garlic powder
- (1 teaspoon) onion powder
- (1 teaspoon) salt
- (1/2 teaspoons) black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to create a dry rub.
- 2
Rub the dry mixture evenly over the 2 lbs pork ribs, covering all sides.
- 3
In the slow cooker, combine 1 cup barbecue sauce and 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, stirring until well mixed.
- 4
Place the seasoned ribs into the slow cooker, ensuring they are coated with the sauce mixture.
- 5
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours until ribs are tender.
- 6
Once cooked, carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker and place them on a baking sheet.
- 7
Preheat your oven broiler to high. Brush additional barbecue sauce over the ribs.
- 8
Broil the ribs for 5-7 minutes until the sauce is caramelized and bubbly, watching closely to prevent burning.
- 9
Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then cut into individual portions and serve.
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