Braised Tomato Spareribs Crock Pot

Transform your dinner table with these rich and tender Braised Tomato Spareribs made effortlessly in the crock pot! This recipe combines succulent pork spareribs, lovingly seared to lock in flavor, with a savory tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onions, and aromatic spices like paprika, oregano, and thyme. The slow cooking process ensures the ribs become fall-off-the-bone tender, while the luscious sauce, with hints of brown sugar and optional red pepper flakes for a kick, perfectly balances sweet and savory notes. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, these spareribs are best served with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep time, let your crock pot do the rest and treat your family to a flavorful, comforting meal they'll love!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork spareribs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.5 cups Beef or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork spareribs with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Sear the spareribs in batches until they are browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer them to the crock pot.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, brown sugar, paprika, oregano, thyme, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a low simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 5

Pour the tomato mixture over the spareribs in the crock pot, ensuring the ribs are well-coated and mostly submerged in the sauce.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the ribs are tender and falling off the bone.

Step 7

Once cooked, carefully remove the spareribs and place them on a serving platter. If desired, skim off any excess fat from the sauce in the crock pot.

Step 8

Serve the spareribs with the sauce spooned over the top, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2057.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4208.6

Total Fat 350.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 952.5mg	0%
Sodium 2200.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 52.5g
Protein 150.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 503.3mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 5378.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.2%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 8.1%