3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs Are Easy!
An incredibly simple and foolproof recipe for tender, fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs using only three ingredients and a slow cooker.
- Author: info.mealsmell
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 2 racks baby back ribs
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (plus extra for glazing)
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- Prepare the ribs by removing the membrane from the back, rinsing under cold water, and patting dry with paper towels.
- Pour the apple cider vinegar into the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Cut the ribs into sections (halves or thirds) to fit comfortably in the cooker.
- Place the ribs in the slow cooker and coat thoroughly with barbecue sauce.
- Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours (or High for 4 to 5 hours) until fork-tender.
- Carefully remove the ribs and place them on a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Optional: Brush with more sauce and broil in the oven for about 5 minutes until caramelized.
- Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Removing the membrane is crucial for tenderness and flavor absorption.
- Low and slow (6-8 hours) is recommended over the high setting for the best texture.
- Keep a close eye during the broiling stage to prevent the sugar in the BBQ sauce from burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 ribs
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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