These slow cooker country-style ribs are cooked low and slow until perfectly tender, then finished with a sticky glaze that caramelizes under the broiler. Seasoned with pork ribs or Santa Maria seasoning and topped with spicy huckleberry BBQ sauce, this country-style rib recipe is packed with flavor with minimal effort.
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This country-style rib recipe keeps things simple and flavorful. Generously coat them with your favorite pork ribs or my Santa Maria seasoning, then let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting. The real magic happens at the end. Ribs are drizzled with a rich, tangy BBQ sauce and grilled until sticky, glossy and packed with bold flavor. It’s a meal that tastes like you’ve been fussing all day, even though you haven’t fussed all day.
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Pork: Country-style pork ribs. Look for ribs with some marbling to help them stay juicy and tender. You can use it without bones, although it has more flavor when served with bones. Seasoning: Feel free to use your favorite pork rib seasoning or try my Santa Maria rub. You will also need salt, grated ginger, garlic powder and brown sugar. Liquids: beef bone broth or chicken broth, canned chipotle sauce, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar. BBQ sauce (optional): I use homemade huckleberry BBQ sauce. You can substitute your favorite barbecue sauce or omit it completely.
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Step 1: If your Country Pork Ribs are frozen, thaw them. Arrange the ribs in the slow cooker.
Step 2: Combine soup, chipotle sauce, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar in a measuring cup. Add the brown sugar, pork ribs, salt, garlic, and ground ginger, mix, and pour over the ribs. Make sure all pieces are covered with sauce.
Step 3: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and lock it in place. Set the temperature dial to low. Set the timer for 6 hours. Check the ribs after 5 hours. Cook for up to 6 hours, if desired.
Step 4 (optional): When the ribs are ready, remove them from the slow cooker and place on a foil-lined tray. Brush the ribs with barbecue sauce and sear until slightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes.
????????♀️ Frequently asked questions
Are ribs tastier if grilled in a pot? Or is it better baked in the oven?
It depends on what you’re looking for. Crockpot ribs are incredibly tender and easy because they’re cooked low and slow with minimal effort. Baking your ribs in the oven gives you more control over the texture and allows you to create a better crust while cooking, so if you want easy fall-apart ribs, nothing beats the slow cooker (and broil).
What is the best liquid for slow cooking ribs?
The best liquid will depend on the flavor you’re going for, but adding a little broth, apple juice, or a splash of apple cider vinegar will help keep the ribs moist. Country-style ribs release their juices during cooking, so you don’t need as much.
How to reheat country style ribs in the slow cooker?
The best way to reheat slow cooker country style ribs is to bake them in the oven. This will keep it juicy and won’t dry out. Place the ribs in a baking dish, add a little broth or additional barbecue sauce, cover with foil, and heat at 300°F until cooked through.
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Don’t skip the grill. The slow cooker will make the ribs tender, but the broiler will give them a more appetizing finish. If you want to add extra effort, sear the ribs before cooking. Adds a deeper, richer flavor. Keep an eye on the ribs while they bake. It goes from perfect to burnt in seconds. Store leftover ribs in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
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This slow cooker country style ribs recipe yields tender, juicy ribs with a sticky barbecue glaze. An easy recipe that the whole family will love!
method
If the Country Pork Ribs are frozen, thaw them. Arrange the ribs in the slow cooker.
In a measuring cup, combine the stock, chipotle sauce, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Add the brown sugar, pork ribs, salt, garlic, and ground ginger, mix, and pour over the ribs. Make sure all pieces are covered with sauce.
Place lid on slow cooker and lock in place. Set the temperature dial to low. Set the timer for 6 hours. Check the ribs after 5 hours. Cook for up to 6 hours, if desired.
Optional steps:
When the ribs are ready, remove them from the slow cooker and place on a foil-lined tray. Brush the ribs with barbecue sauce and sear until slightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes.
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Precautions
Don’t skip the grill. This step is optional, but recommended. The slow cooker will make the ribs tender, but the broiler will give them a more appetizing finish. If you want to add extra effort, sear the ribs before cooking. Adds a deeper, richer flavor. Keep an eye on the ribs while they bake. It goes from perfect to burnt in seconds. Store leftover ribs in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
