Slow Cooker Root Beer BBQ Pork Ribs: Fall-Off-The-Bone Goodness
These Slow Cooker Root Beer BBQ Pork Ribs are incredibly tender, flavorful, and easy to make. The root beer tenderizes the meat while the barbecue sauce creates a sticky, smoky glaze. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing dinner or a weekend treat!
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds pork side ribs about 2 racks
- 24 oz root beer 2 (12-ounce) cans
- 2 cups prepared barbecue sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Place the racks of ribs on a large cutting board. Slide a spoon or butter knife under the silver skin on the back of the ribs, grip it, and peel it off entirely. Season both sides of the ribs generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the seasoned ribs in a 6-quart slow cooker, arranging them snugly. Pour root beer over the ribs until fully submerged. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker and discard the root beer liquid. Return the ribs to the slow cooker and generously brush with barbecue sauce. Cover and cook on high for another hour to allow the sauce to thicken and coat the ribs.
- For a caramelized finish, brush the ribs with additional barbecue sauce and broil for 3-5 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker. Serve hot with sides like coleslaw, baked beans, cornbread, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
For an extra smoky flavor, try using a hickory or mesquite-flavored barbecue sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 883kcalCarbohydrates: 57.5gProtein: 37.5gFat: 47.5gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 142mgSodium: 1406mgFiber: 1gSugar: 42g
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