If you’re looking for a way to make fall-off-the-bone ribs that are full of flavor, look no further! Making baby back ribs in a slow cooker is the perfect way to get a delicious dinner on the table without spending hours in the kitchen. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to make melt-in-your-mouth ribs in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
- 2-2.5 lbs. baby back ribs
- 2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp. soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the Ribs
Start by preparing the ribs. Rinse them off and pat them dry with a paper towel. Cut them into smaller sections if they are too large to fit in your slow cooker. Then, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, chili powder, and cumin in a small bowl. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs and rub it in with your hands.
Step 2: Cooking the Ribs
Next, place the ribs in your slow cooker. In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Mix until all of the ingredients are combined and pour the mixture over the ribs. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the ribs are tender.
Step 3: Finishing the Ribs
Once the ribs are cooked, remove them from the slow cooker and place them on a baking sheet. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Brush the ribs with some of the extra sauce from the slow cooker and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve with your favorite sides. Enjoy!
Nutrition
One serving of slow cooker baby back ribs is approximately 4 ounces. This serving size contains the following nutritional information:
- Calories: 388
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Protein: 49g
- Sodium: 882mg
- Cholesterol: 147mg
- Fiber: 0g
These slow cooker ribs are sure to be a hit with the entire family! Not only are they full of flavor, but they’re also easy to make. The slow cooker does all the work for you so you can just sit back and relax while the ribs cook. Serve them with your favorite sides and you have a delicious meal that’s sure to please. Enjoy!
