Crock Pot Country Ribs with Apples and Sauerkraut

Transform your dinner routine with this comforting recipe for Crock Pot Country Ribs with Apples and Sauerkraut, a hearty blend of savory and subtly sweet flavors. Perfectly seasoned country-style pork ribs are seared to golden perfection and slow-cooked to fall-off-the-bone tenderness, layered with tangy sauerkraut, caramelized onions, and tart Granny Smith apples. A touch of brown sugar, earthy caraway seeds, and a splash of apple cider infuse the dish with warm, rustic notes that make every bite unforgettable. Just 15 minutes of prep and your slow cooker takes care of the rest, making this an easy yet satisfying meal the whole family will love. Serve these tender ribs alongside the sauerkraut and apples for a cozy, flavor-packed plate that’s perfect for weeknights or special occasions!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:420 mins

Total Time:435 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Country-style pork ribs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced
• 2 cups Sauerkraut, drained
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 cup Apple cider
• 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 piece Bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Season the country-style pork ribs with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs on each side until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the ribs to the crock pot.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the sliced onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the onions to the crock pot on top of the ribs.

Step 4

Layer the sliced apples and drained sauerkraut over the onions and ribs.

Step 5

Sprinkle the brown sugar and caraway seeds evenly over the sauerkraut and apples.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the apple cider and minced garlic. Pour the liquid mixture into the crock pot.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf to the crock pot. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the ribs are tender and fully cooked.

Step 8

Before serving, remove the bay leaf and give the sauerkraut and apples a gentle stir. Serve the ribs hot with the sauerkraut and apples on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2241.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3442.9

Total Fat 238.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 725.7mg	0%
Sodium 6030.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.4g	0%
Total Sugars 95.3g
Protein 189.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 318.8mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 3816.7mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 16.2%