8+ finger-licking-good rib recipes for the slow cooker

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There's definitely more than one way to create delicious and succulent pork ribs, but none of them can beat the finger-licking-good ribs that come straight out of a slow cooker.
Although other methods require vigorously wrapping ribs in foil, furiously basting them while cooking, feeding the smoker wood to burn, or constantly moving ribs around the grill, these recipes are different. Simply drop the pork ribs into a marinade, turn a button, and come back later to fall-off-the-bone ribs.
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Slow cooker root beer BBQ pork ribs
There's definitely more than one way to create delicious and succulent pork ribs, but none of them can beat the finger-licking-good ribs that come straight out of your slow cooker. While other methods require vigorously wrapping ribs in foil, furiously basting them while cooking or constantly moving them around the grill, this recipe lets you drop the pork ribs into a marinade, turn a button and come back later to fall-off-the-bone ribs.
Slow cooker ginger ale BBQ ribs
These ribs are so good straight out of your slow cooker that you may never use your grill ever again! Slow cookers are the perfect tool for cooking ribs. Cooking slowly on low heat with some moisture is the secret to tender ribs that fall right off the bone. Perfect for your next sporting event, picnic, or Sunday dinner, these lip-smacking ribs will have your friends and family begging for more.
Slow cooker smoky babyback ribs
When I moved to Georgia in my mid-twenties, I quickly learned that barbecue—a word I erroneously used to describe grilling hot dogs and hamburgers—was not to be trifled with. My southern friends made delectable pulled pork and ribs, and it took hours, sometimes days! This slow cooker recipe produces tender smoky ribs and requires only a few minutes of hands-on effort.
Slow cooker Cajun ribs
Oh, ribs. How do we love thee? Let us count the ways, starting with this recipe that slathers them in a spicy combination of Cajun flavors. Some tangy, crunchy coleslaw and a hunk of moist cornbread are the perfect accompaniments. Don’t forget the napkins!
Slow cooker classic babyback ribs
In this recipe, we use garlic and Dijon mustard to add some acidic tang to the dry spice mix. We cook the corn right on the cob in the slow cooker with all the juices and drippings from the ribs. The corn soaks up all of that tasty goodness. Smother it in butter, and now you're really talking about a finger-licking-good slow cooker meal.​
Slow cooker sticky ribs
Pork ribs and some kind of sticky, sweet-n-spicy sauce are just so good to eat. Preparing them in the slow cooker is a great idea, too. The long, slow cooking process coaxes the meat away from the bone until it's just barely clinging on for dear life and perfectly tender to the bite.
Slow cooker Korean short ribs
There are some dishes that are so outrageously delicious and complex in flavor that we shudder to think about what might go into their preparation. It's dishes like these that we typically steer clear of in our own kitchens, and more often than not, we opt to leave it to our favorite restaurants to satisfy our complex dinner cravings. One of these recipes would have to be sticky Korean short ribs, a standout dish on any restaurant menu!
Slow cooker apple cider slow-braised beef short ribs
This slow-braised short rib recipe ties all the fall flavors into a single heartwarming and tummy-pleasing dish. Braising the short ribs in fresh apple cider adds a nice sweetness that's balanced out by red wine vinegar. It's the perfect fall dish that's layered with flavor and comfort.
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