Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs with a Twist
Savor the smoky flavors of these delicious barbecue ribs made easy in a slow cooker! Perfect for your next family gathering or cozy weekend feast.
Ingredients:
– 4 to 5 pounds of baby back ribs
– 2 cups of your favorite barbecue sauce
– 3 cloves of freshly minced garlic
– 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
– 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon of optional cayenne pepper
Instructions:
1. Begin by preparing your flavor-packed marinade. In a zip lock bag, combine the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper if desired.
2. Seal the bag and give it a gentle knead. This will help mix all the ingredients together until well blended. Once mixed, open the bag and carefully place the ribs inside.
3. Close the bag again and shake it thoroughly, ensuring the ribs are completely coated in the delicious marinade.
4. Before loading up your slow cooker, spray the inside lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
5. Transfer the coated ribs into the slow cooker, pouring of the remaining sauce from the bag over the ribs. Make sure they are well covered in sauce for maximum flavor.
6. Set your slow cooker to high and let it cook for 4 to 5 hours for that irresistible fall-off-the-bone texture or opt for low heat for 9 hours to achieve the same tenderness. If you prefer slightly firmer meat that stays on the bone, cooking on low for 7 hours is ideal.
7. Once cooked, reserve some sauce for serving on the side. This way, everyone can enjoy their ribs with as much extra sauce as they desire. Dig in and enjoy!
Nutritional Information: Approximately 350 calories per serving based on a 4-ounce serving, with 22g protein, 15g carbohydrates, and 23g fat.
Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 4 to 9 hours depending on the setting.