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Beef Ribs In Crock Pot Recipe

A simple and flavorful recipe for beef ribs in the crock pot: Season the ribs with a blend of spices, brown them in a pan, and then cook low and slow in the crock pot with onions, garlic, and your favorite barbecue sauce. After a few hours, the meat becomes tender and juicy, falling off the bone, ready to enjoy with your favorite sides. Perfect for a hands-off, hearty meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs:

  • 2-3 pounds of beef ribs or beef spare ribs for a meatier option
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat

For the Sauce:

  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand or homemade
  • ¼ cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Ribs: Rinse and dry ribs. Remove excess fat or silver skin. Season with dry seasonings.
  • Sear the Ribs: Optionally, sear ribs for 2-3 minutes per side to enhance flavor.
  • Make the Sauce: Whisk together the sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  • Assemble in Crock Pot: Layer sauce at the bottom, add ribs, and pour remaining sauce on top.
  • Cook: Low Setting: 6-8 hours.
    High Setting: 4-5 hours
  • Serve: Remove ribs, serve with extra barbecue sauce and garnish.
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