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Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs – Fall-Off-the-Bone, Saucy, and Smoky

Tender Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs – Saucy and Smoky Joy

Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs that are tender, fall-off-the-bone, and bathed in sweet and smoky BBQ sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 3-4 lbs Beef Ribs Choose short or back ribs for tenderness.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Optional for searing.
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 1.5 cups BBQ Sauce Use your favorite brand.
  • 0.25 cups Ketchup
  • 0.25 cups Brown Sugar Packed.
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard Optional.
  • 0.5 tsp Liquid Smoke Optional.
  • 1-2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Serving
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional garnish.
  • Extra BBQ Sauce For drizzling.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat dry the beef ribs and season them generously with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the ribs for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned. (Optional)
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, liquid smoke, and minced garlic until smooth.
  4. Place the ribs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they're evenly coated. Cover securely.
  5. Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours until the ribs are tender and pull away easily from the bones.
  6. Optionally, thicken the sauce by simmering some in a saucepan for 5–10 minutes, then brush it over the ribs.
  7. For a sticky finish, broil the ribs on HIGH for 3–5 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with extra BBQ sauce and sides like coleslaw or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These ribs are perfect for busy days and gatherings; they require minimal prep and cleanup and deliver big on flavor.

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