Here’s a simple, tender Crockpot barbecue ribs recipe 🍖🔥 that turns out juicy and fall-off-the-bone.
Ingredients
- 1.5–2 kg pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
- 1½ cups barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional)
Instructions
1. Prep the ribs
- Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs (helps them get tender).
- Cut ribs into sections so they fit in the slow cooker.
2. Season
- Mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the seasoning all over the ribs.
3. Add to Crockpot
- Place ribs in the slow cooker standing up or stacked.
- Pour about 1 cup of barbecue sauce over them.
4. Cook
- Low: 7–8 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
They should become very tender.
5. Finish (recommended)
- Carefully remove ribs and place on a baking tray.
- Brush with more barbecue sauce.
- Broil in the oven for 3–5 minutes until caramelized.
✅ Tips
- Add sliced onions or garlic in the slow cooker for extra flavor.
- For a smoky taste, add ½ tsp liquid smoke.
- Use your favorite barbecue sauce—sweet, smoky, or spicy.
If you want, I can also show you:
- A 3-ingredient Crockpot ribs recipe (super easy)
- Beef ribs version
- Homemade barbecue sauce recipe 😋
