Description
Tender and flavorful slow cooker BBQ baby back ribs that are fall-off-the-bone delicious. These ribs are seasoned with a homemade dry rub, cooked low and slow in the crockpot, then finished with a caramelized BBQ sauce glaze.
Ingredients
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Dry Rub:
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Other Ingredients:
- 3 pounds baby back pork ribs (also known as pork loin back ribs)
- 1/2 yellow onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup water
- Your favorite BBQ sauce (about 1 cup or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ribs: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Season the Ribs: Mix dry rub ingredients and rub all over the ribs.
- Cook in the Slow Cooker: Place ribs in the slow cooker with onions, garlic, and water. Cook on low for 6 hours.
- Broil the Ribs: Brush ribs with BBQ sauce and broil for 2-4 minutes until caramelized.
- Serve: Enjoy with additional BBQ sauce and onions if desired.
Notes
- Baby back ribs are recommended for this recipe for their leaner profile and ideal cooking time.
- St. Louis style ribs and spare ribs are alternative options but require adjustments in cooking time and slow cooker size.
- Removing the membrane from the ribs before cooking ensures better flavor penetration.
- Use a 6-quart slow cooker for a 3-4 pound rack of ribs for best results.
- Prep the dry rub in advance for convenience.
- Leftover ribs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 500
- Sugar: Varies based on BBQ sauce
- Sodium: Varies based on BBQ sauce
- Fat: Varies based on rib meat
- Saturated Fat: Varies based on rib meat
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies based on rib meat
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies based on BBQ sauce
- Fiber: Varies based on ingredients
- Protein: Varies based on rib meat
- Cholesterol: Varies based on rib meat
