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Close-up of pull-apart tender ribs inside a black ceramic slow cooker with chopped parsley garnish. (Crockpot BBQ Ribs)
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Crockpot BBQ Ribs with a Sticky Mahogany Glaze and Fall-Off-The-Bone Tenderness

These Crockpot BBQ Ribs feature a thick, glossy mahogany glaze and fall-off-the-bone tenderness. Perfectly caramelized in the slow cooker, they offer professional barbecue results with minimal effort and incredible deep, smoky flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Rib Ingredients
  • 4-5 lbs Pork Spare Ribs 1.8-2.3kg, membrane removed
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar 100g, packed
  • 2 tbsp Smoked Paprika 14g
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt 15g
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper 2g
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar 60ml
  • 1.5 cups BBQ Sauce 350ml, thick tomato-based
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley 8g, finely chopped

Equipment

  • 1 6-quart Slow Cooker Black ceramic insert preferred for better caramelization.
  • 1 Silicone Basting Brush For applying the glaze without tearing meat.

Method
 

Prep and Season
  1. Remove the silverskin membrane from the back of the ribs. Pat the meat dry with paper towels.
  2. Combine sugar and spices in a bowl. Rub the mixture thoroughly into both sides of the meat.
Slow Cook
  1. Place ribs in the slow cooker, meat side facing the walls. Add apple cider vinegar to the bottom.
  2. Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours until meat pulls back from the bone tips.
Glaze and Finish
  1. Brush generously with BBQ sauce. Broil for 3-5 minutes if desired for extra caramelization.
  2. Sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 26gFat: 28gFiber: 1g

Notes

Ensure the membrane is removed for maximum tenderness.
Use the 'Low' setting for the most reliable fall-off-the-bone results.
Keyword Crockpot BBQ Ribs,Mahogany Ribs,slow cooker ribs

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