Crockpot Barbecue Ribs
Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs coated in sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, made effortlessly in a crockpot.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork ribs (Baby back or spare ribs) Choose your preferred type of ribs.
- 1 cup barbecue sauce Use store-bought or homemade sauce.
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar Adds tanginess to the dish.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar For sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Remove the silver skin from the ribs using a paper towel for better grip.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice blend generously all over the ribs.
Cooking
- Layer the ribs in your crockpot, cutting them in half if necessary.
- In another bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar. Pour this mixture over the ribs.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Once done, carefully remove the ribs and optionally brush on more barbecue sauce and broil for 5 minutes.
Notes
Double the recipe for leftovers; they pair well with coleslaw or cornbread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.