Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900 g) baby back ribs
- 1 cup (240 ml) barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) onion powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Season the baby back ribs with brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper if using.
- Place the ribs in the slow cooker in a single layer, then pour barbecue sauce over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the ribs are tender.
- For a caramelized finish, transfer ribs to a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the ribs in the spice mixture overnight.
- Serve with coleslaw and cornbread for a classic BBQ meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: slow cooker baby back ribs, Memorial Day ribs, BBQ ribs