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Slow Cooker Barbecued Beef Ribs

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Fall-off-the-bone tender beef back ribs slow-cooked in a rich homemade barbecue sauce. This easy, hands-off recipe is perfect for hearty, comforting meals with deep, tangy-sweet flavor.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

1 cup water

1 cup ketchup

1 (6 oz) can tomato paste

3/4 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup vinegar (white or apple cider)

2 tbsp prepared mustard

1 tbsp salt

2 lbs beef back ribs

Instructions

  1. In a slow cooker, stir together water, ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, and salt until well combined.
  2. Add beef back ribs, turning to coat them evenly in the sauce.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4 hours until ribs are tender and meat falls off the bone.
  4. Optional: For a caramelized finish, transfer ribs to a baking sheet and broil for 5–8 minutes.

Notes

  • Use apple cider vinegar for a milder, fruity tang.
  • Broil the ribs after cooking for a sticky, charred glaze.
  • The sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated.
  • Serve with classic barbecue sides like coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or corn on the cob.
  • Short ribs can be used as a substitute, though they are meatier and take slightly longer.

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