Finger Lickin’ Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Recipe
Dive into an easy and mouthwatering dinner option with Finger Lickin’ Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs. Ideal for game day or any day when you crave something hearty, these pork ribs are a guaranteed hit.
Preparing them in your Crockpot means you can enjoy your day without worrying about dinner. Just gather your ingredients and let the slow cooker do its magic.
This dish combines the convenience of slow cooking with the irresistible flavors of pork, making it a favorite for families and friends alike.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just looking for a simple yet delicious meal solution, these ribs won’t disappoint. Get ready for a dinner that’s as effortless as it is tasty.
Tips and Tricks
Preparing the Ribs
Before you start, ensure your ribs are properly trimmed. Removing excess fat and the silver skin membrane on the bone side can help the seasoning penetrate better and make the ribs more tender.
Seasoning Tips
For an extra flavor boost, you can use a dry rub instead of just salt and pepper. Try mixing paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and a bit of cayenne for a delicious rub. Apply it generously to both sides of the ribs.
Slow Cooking Perfection
If you have time, let the seasoned ribs sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour or even overnight. This will help the flavors penetrate deeper into the meat.
Enhancing the Flavor
Adding a splash of apple cider vinegar or a bit of beer to the water in the slow cooker can infuse additional flavor into the ribs as they cook.
Handling the Ribs
When transferring the ribs from the slow cooker to the baking sheet, be gentle. The ribs will be very tender and may fall apart easily. Using tongs and a spatula together can help support the ribs during the move.
Finishing Touches
For a more complex flavor, you can brush the ribs with a combination of barbecue sauce and honey before baking. This adds a touch of sweetness and helps achieve a beautiful caramelized glaze.
Baking the Ribs
Keep a close eye on the ribs while they are in the oven. Barbecue sauce can go from perfect to burnt quickly. You want the sauce to be sticky and caramelized, not charred.
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Finger Lickin’ Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs
Ingredients
- 3 pounds baby back ribs trimmed
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup water
- ½ onion sliced
- 1 clove garlic minced
Instructions
- Season ribs evenly with salt and pepper.
- Pour ½ cup water into the slow cooker.
- Place the seasoned ribs into the slow cooker.
- Scatter onion and garlic over the ribs.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on Low for 8 hours or on High for 4 hours.
- Close to when the ribs are done, preheat your oven to 375° F
- Carefully move the ribs from the slow cooker to a baking sheet.
- Throw away the onion and garlic.
- Coat the ribs with barbecue sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the sauce caramelizes and sticks to the ribs, about 10 to 15 minutes.
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