Sweet Salty Crock Pot Country Ribs
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Sweet Salty Crock Pot Country Ribs, a slow-cooked masterpiece that’s equal parts tender, savory, and satisfyingly sweet. This set-it-and-forget-it recipe combines melt-in-your-mouth country-style pork ribs with a perfectly balanced sauce made from brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Infused with smoky paprika and aromatic garlic, the ribs are cooked on a bed of sliced onions for added depth of flavor. After hours of slow simmering, the rich juices are transformed into a luscious glaze using a simple cornstarch slurry, making every bite irresistibly sticky and flavorful. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner, serve these ribs over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or alongside roasted veggies for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Easy prep, hands-off cooking, and a gourmet finish—this crock pot recipe is your ticket to slow-cooked perfection.
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds Country-style pork ribs
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 0.5 cups Soy sauce
- 0.25 cups Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cups Honey
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 Onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, honey, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and smoked paprika to create the sauce.
Step 2
2. Layer the sliced onion at the bottom of the crock pot to create a flavorful base.
Step 3
3. Place the country-style pork ribs on top of the onion slices, ensuring they fit snugly in the crock pot.
Step 4
4. Pour the prepared sauce over the ribs, making sure they are evenly coated.
Step 5
5. Cover the crock pot with a lid, set it to low heat, and cook for 6-7 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat easily pulls apart with a fork.
Step 6
6. Once the ribs are fully cooked, carefully remove them from the crock pot and set aside on a serving platter, keeping them warm.
Step 7
7. To thicken the sauce, strain the liquids from the crock pot into a small saucepan. Mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry, then whisk it into the sauce over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
Step 8
8. Drizzle the thickened sauce over the ribs or serve it on the side for dipping.
Step 9
9. Garnish with chopped parsley or scallions, if desired, and serve with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1815.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4576.9 |
| Total Fat 313.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 109.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 1088.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5663.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 148.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 123.9g | |
| Protein 286.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 288.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4250.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories