Crock Pot Country Ribs
Tender, smoky, and irresistibly flavorful, Crock Pot Country Ribs are the ultimate comfort food for busy days. This easy, slow-cooker recipe transforms country-style pork ribs into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, infused with a rich blend of barbecue sauce, Worcestershire, and a hint of liquid smoke for that backyard-grill flavor. A homemade dry rub featuring brown sugar, paprika, and garlic powder adds a smoky-sweet kick, while the low-and-slow cooking method ensures the ribs are fall-apart tender. Perfect for a hassle-free family dinner or a crowd-pleasing weekend meal, these ribs pair wonderfully with classic sides like coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or cornbread. Finish with an optional broil for a caramelized touch that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds Country-style pork ribs
- 1.5 cups Barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Liquid smoke
- 1 spritz Cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Lightly spray the interior of your crock pot with cooking spray for easy cleanup.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a dry rub.
Step 3
Pat the country-style pork ribs dry with a paper towel, then rub the spice mixture evenly over each rib until thoroughly coated.
Step 4
Place the seasoned ribs in the crock pot, arranging them in a single layer if possible.
Step 5
In a medium bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke until well blended.
Step 6
Pour the barbecue sauce mixture evenly over the ribs, ensuring they are well coated.
Step 7
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours, or until the ribs are tender and easily pull apart with a fork.
Step 8
Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to remove the ribs from the crock pot and arrange them on a serving platter.
Step 9
Optional: To achieve a caramelized finish, brush the ribs with additional barbecue sauce and broil them in the oven on high for 3-5 minutes.
Step 10
Serve the ribs hot with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or cornbread.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1820.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4758.3 |
| Total Fat 316.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 109.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 1088.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7806.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 193.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 154.8g | |
| Protein 276.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 327.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4615.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories