Description
These Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Ribs are melt-in-your-mouth tender, infused with rich smoky flavors from a homemade barbecue sauce. Made easy in the slow cooker, they’re perfect for laid-back weekends, game days, or satisfying weeknight dinners. Serve with classic sides like coleslaw or cornbread for a true BBQ feast. Slow cooker beef ribs, BBQ short ribs, crockpot ribs recipe, smoky BBQ beef, tender beef ribs, easy BBQ dinner
Ingredients
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4 pounds beef ribs (back ribs or short ribs)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 large onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup ketchup
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1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
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1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
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1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Salt to taste
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ribs on all sides.
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In the slow cooker, layer the chopped onion and minced garlic.
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In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
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Pour the sauce mixture into the slow cooker over the onions and garlic.
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Nestle the browned ribs into the sauce, turning to coat fully.
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Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until ribs are tender and falling off the bone.
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Optional: Place ribs on a baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
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Serve hot with your favorite BBQ sides.
Notes
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Broiling adds a delicious charred finish—don’t skip it if you want that extra layer of flavor!
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You can prepare the BBQ sauce a day in advance for even deeper flavor.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American