Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot

Treat your taste buds to an island-inspired feast with these tender and flavorful Polynesian Spareribs made effortlessly in a crock pot. Bursting with the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple, a tangy hint of rice vinegar, and a savory blend of garlic, soy sauce, and ginger, these ribs are slow-cooked to perfection for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The silky, thickened sauce, created from the simmering juices, adds a luscious finishing touch, while the optional garnishes of sesame seeds and fresh green onions elevate the dish with a pop of color and texture. Perfect for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing dinner, this recipe combines ease, exotic flavors, and restaurant-quality results straight from your slow cooker.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 lbs Pork spareribs
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 20 oz Canned crushed pineapple
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped (optional garnish)
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Remove excess fat from the spareribs and cut into individual ribs for easier serving.

Step 2

Rub the ribs with salt and ground black pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the crushed pineapple (including the juice), brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the sauce.

Step 4

Layer the spareribs into the crock pot, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Pour the sauce over the ribs, making sure all the ribs are coated.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or until the ribs are tender and cooked through.

Step 7

Once the ribs are cooked, carefully remove them from the crock pot and set aside on a serving platter.

Step 8

To thicken the sauce, pour the liquid from the crock pot into a saucepan. Bring to a simmer on medium heat.

Step 9

In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Drizzle the thickened sauce over the spareribs.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2314.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6282.3

Total Fat 484.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 176.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1428.8mg	0%
Sodium 6326.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 167.1g
Protein 213.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 568.1mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 4066.5mg	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: 72.1%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 13.8%