Looking for that slow-cooked barbecue flavor without the time, effort, or space a real smoker would require? Look no further than the recipe below! These Louisiana ribs are made entirely in the slow cooker – no grill required.
A combination of Cajun spices and a slightly sweet barbecue sauce make these ribs tender and flavorful. You can use your favorite store-bought Cajun seasoning or mix up your own to add spice up this dish. Serve with dirty rice and corn on the cob for the perfect Cajun-inspired meal.
Southern Slow Cooker Louisiana Ribs
4
10 minutes
8 hours
8 hours 10 minutes
3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (divided)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 rack pork baby back ribs, trimmed of silverskin, cut into 4-rib portions
1 cup store-bought barbecue sauce
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup water
Combine the Cajun seasoning (2 tbsp) and the brown sugar. Spread over both sides of the rib portions and place in the slow cooker.
Combine the barbecue sauce and the Cajun seasoning (2 tbsp), and divide into two portions. Spread half over the ribs in the slow cooker, and add the water.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
Just before serving, heat the remaining portion of barbecue sauce in a saucepan. Serve alongside the ribs.