Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs are tender, juicy pork ribs slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful BBQ sauce. With minimal prep, this easy dish delivers comforting, fall-apart meat perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 3–4 lbs boneless or bone-in country style pork ribs
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar or Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 tsp smoked paprika or chili powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season ribs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika or chili powder if using.
- Place sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Arrange seasoned ribs on top of the onions.
- In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, vinegar or Worcestershire, and brown sugar. Pour over the ribs, coating evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until ribs are fork-tender.
- Optional: Transfer ribs to a baking sheet, brush with additional BBQ sauce, and broil for 3–5 minutes until caramelized.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread.
Notes
- No searing required, but it can enhance flavor.
- Bone-in ribs add extra richness if preferred.
- Add chopped carrots or potatoes for a one-pot meal.
- For a spicy kick, use a spicy BBQ sauce or add hot sauce.
- Great for freezing—cool completely before storing in airtight containers for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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