Slow Cooker Ribs
Slow Cooker Spare Ribs are tender and juicy, made with pork ribs coated in my homemade dry rub, then smothered in BBQ sauce and broiled until caramelized!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 586kcal
Equipment
- 1 6-7 quart slow cooker
- 1 baking sheet
Ingredients
- 1 rack pork spare ribs membrane removed (about 3-4 pounds)
- 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce gluten free
- 1/4 cup apple cider
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the spices and brown sugar until well combined. Rub the mixture evenly on both sides of the ribs.
- Cut ribs into sections and place them into the slow cooker. Pour apple cider on top. Set the slow cooker on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4 hours.
- Once the ribs are done, pull them out of the slow cooker and lay them on a baking sheet. Brush with barbecue sauce evenly, then broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until lightly charred on the top. Brush with additional barbecue sauce before serving.
Notes
Click on the time in the instructions to start a timer!
*Nutrition Facts are a rough estimate. It depends on how much meat is on the rib bones, and what type of bbq sauce you use.
Storage
Refrigerate for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
Freeze for 2-3 months in a freezer-safe container.
Cooking Tips
- For the best results, cook the ribs on the low setting. The longer the ribs cook, the more tender they will be as the connective tissue has a chance to break down.
- Don’t forget to remove the membrane from the ribs. Use a small sharp knife to lift it from the meat, then pull it back and off. Some cuts already have this removed, you should be able to see the white(ish) layer if it is still there.
- When you go to take the ribs out of the slow cooker, the meat may start to fall away from the bone. I use a pair of tongs and a slotted spoon to support the meat as I slowly lift it out.
Nutrition
Calories: 586kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 863mg | Potassium: 625mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 1063IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3mg
