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BBQ Ribs

Tender BBQ Ribs That Are Sure to Impress Your Guests

These BBQ ribs are a crowd-pleaser that showcases tender, fall-off-the-bone goodness and irresistible flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 3 pounds ribs (pork) Select tender, meaty ribs for best flavor.
For the Dry Rub
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Choose your favorite variety.

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • baking sheet
  • Broiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for BBQ Ribs
  1. Begin by removing the membrane from the back of the ribs and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to create a dry rub.
  3. Apply the dry rub generously over both sides of the ribs.
  4. Place the seasoned ribs in the slow cooker, pour apple cider vinegar around them, then coat with BBQ sauce.
  5. Cover your slow cooker and set it to low for 6 to 8 hours.
  6. After cooking, transfer the ribs to a baking sheet and broil for 3 to 5 minutes until caramelized.
  7. Let the ribs rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve garnished with parsley or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These BBQ ribs pair well with classic sides like coleslaw or corn on the cob.

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