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4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Sticky Ribs ready to be served

4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Sticky Ribs

Tender and flavorful ribs coated in a delicious sticky glaze made from barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar, cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 – 2 kg pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs (optional but recommended for tenderness). Cut ribs into sections if needed to fit your slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar until smooth.
Cooking
  1. Place the ribs inside the slow cooker. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the ribs, making sure they are well coated.
  2. Cover and cook on LOW for 360-480 minutes (6–8 hours) or on HIGH for 180-240 minutes (3–4 hours), until the ribs are very tender and nearly falling off the bone.
  3. For a sticky, caramelized finish, transfer the ribs to a baking tray, brush with extra sauce, and broil in the oven for 3–5 minutes until glossy and slightly charred.

Notes

Serve these sticky ribs with your favorite sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans. They are also great for family dinners or casual gatherings. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Marinating the ribs in the sauce mixture before cooking enhances the flavor.