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Nothing beats the mouthwatering aroma of slow-cooked ribs filling your home. This Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipe is a game-changer for any rib lover. With a perfect blend of spices and barbecue sauce, these ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and bursting with flavor. Whether it's a family dinner or a weekend treat, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds. Let's get cooking!
Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 racks baby back ribs
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions:
- Mix brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl.
- Rub the spice mix all over the ribs.
- Place ribs in the slow cooker, meat-side up.
- Pour barbecue sauce over the ribs.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer ribs to a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
- Brush with additional barbecue sauce and bake for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
What You Will Need
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What you will need to make slow cooker baby back ribs
- Baby back ribs: Tender and juicy, these ribs are the star, absorbing all the flavors from the spices and sauce.
- Barbecue sauce: Adds a smoky, tangy sweetness that caramelizes beautifully during baking, enhancing the ribs' flavor.
- Brown sugar: Provides a rich, molasses-like sweetness that balances the savory spices and helps create a caramelized crust.
- Paprika: Adds a mild, smoky flavor and vibrant color, enhancing the overall taste of the ribs.
- Garlic powder: Infuses the ribs with a deep, savory flavor that complements the sweetness of the barbecue sauce.
- Onion powder: Adds a subtle, sweet onion flavor that blends well with the other spices, enhancing the overall taste.
Tools and Instruments Needed
What tools/instruments will be needed to make Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipe
- Slow cooker: Essential for cooking ribs slowly to achieve tender, fall-off-the-bone meat.
- Mixing bowl: Needed to combine spices for the rub.
- Baking sheet: Used to finish ribs in the oven for a caramelized glaze.
- Aluminum foil: Helps with easy cleanup and prevents sticking during baking.
- Basting brush: Useful for applying additional barbecue sauce evenly on ribs.
Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipe
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 2 racks baby back ribs
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions:
- 1. Mix brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl.
- 2. Rub the spice mix all over the ribs.
- 3. Place ribs in the slow cooker, meat-side up.
- 4. Pour barbecue sauce over the ribs.
- 5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- 6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 7. Transfer ribs to a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
- 8. Brush with additional barbecue sauce and bake for 10-15 minutes.
- 9. Serve and enjoy!
Notes:
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Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare spice rub and coat ribs.
- Place ribs in a large resealable bag.
- Store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Freezing Instructions
- After applying spice rub, wrap ribs tightly in plastic wrap.
- Place wrapped ribs in a resealable freezer bag.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Thaw in the fridge overnight before cooking.
For extra tenderness, remove the thin membrane from the back of the baby back ribs before cooking. This allows the spices and barbecue sauce to penetrate deeper into the meat.
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