Fall-Off-The-Bone Slow Cooker Pork Ribs – Easy & Delicious!

### **Fall-Off-The-Bone Slow Cooker Pork Ribs – Easy & Delicious!** 🍖🔥

These **slow cooker pork ribs** are **juicy, tender, and packed with flavor**! With minimal prep and a hands-off cooking process, they’re perfect for a stress-free meal.

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### **Ingredients:**
#### **For the Ribs:**
✅ 2 racks **pork baby back ribs** (or spare ribs)
✅ 1 tbsp **olive oil**
✅ 1 tbsp **apple cider vinegar** (for tenderness)

#### **Dry Rub:**
✅ 2 tbsp **brown sugar**
✅ 1 tbsp **paprika**
✅ 1 tbsp **garlic powder**
✅ 1 tbsp **onion powder**
✅ 1 tsp **black pepper**
✅ 1 tsp **salt**
✅ ½ tsp **cayenne pepper** (optional for heat)
✅ ½ tsp **chili powder**
✅ 1 tsp **dried oregano or thyme**

#### **For the Sauce:**
✅ 1 cup **BBQ sauce** (homemade or store-bought)
✅ 2 tbsp **honey or maple syrup** (for extra caramelization)
✅ 1 tbsp **Worcestershire sauce**
✅ 1 tbsp **Dijon mustard**
✅ 1 tsp **liquid smoke** (optional, for smoky flavor)

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### **Instructions:**

#### **1️⃣ Prep the Ribs**
1️⃣ Remove the **membrane** from the back of the ribs (use a paper towel for grip).
2️⃣ Pat dry with a paper towel and rub with **olive oil and apple cider vinegar**.

#### **2️⃣ Apply the Dry Rub**
3️⃣ Mix all dry rub ingredients in a bowl and generously coat both sides of the ribs.
4️⃣ Let them sit for **at least 30 minutes** (or overnight for deeper flavor).

#### **3️⃣ Slow Cook to Perfection**
5️⃣ Place ribs in the **slow cooker** (curling them around the edges if needed).
6️⃣ Pour **½ cup of BBQ sauce** over the ribs.
7️⃣ Cover and cook on:
- **LOW** for **8 hours** (fall-off-the-bone tenderness)
- **HIGH** for **4-5 hours** (still tender but slightly firmer)

#### **4️⃣ Caramelize the BBQ Sauce (Optional but Recommended)**
8️⃣ Preheat oven to **400°F (200°C)** or set the broiler to high.
9️⃣ Transfer ribs to a baking sheet, brush with **extra BBQ sauce**, and broil for **5-7 minutes** until caramelized and slightly crispy.

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### **Serving Suggestions:**
🔥 Serve with **coleslaw, cornbread, mashed potatoes, or grilled veggies**.
🔥 Drizzle extra BBQ sauce before serving for extra juiciness.

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### **Pro Tips:**
✅ **For smoky ribs** – Add ½ tsp **smoked paprika** or **liquid smoke** to the sauce.
✅ **Want sticky ribs?** – Brush with **honey** before broiling.
✅ **No slow cooker?** – Bake at **275°F (135°C) for 3-4 hours** wrapped in foil.

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**🔥 These slow-cooked pork ribs are guaranteed to be tender, juicy, and packed with flavor! Try them for your next meal and impress everyone! 😍🍖**