What makes a rib country-style?

Country style ribs aren’t actual ribs—they’re cut from the pork shoulder. They’re meatier and often boneless, though you can find bone-in versions too.

How long does it take country-style ribs to get tender?

It depends on your setting. On low, it takes about 8 hours. On high, they’re usually ready in 4 to 6 hours. The longer they cook, the more tender they get.

What is the best way to prepare country-style ribs?

Slow cooking is hands-down the easiest and most flavorful way. It breaks down the meat’s connective tissue and gives you fork-tender results.

How to know if country-style ribs are done?

They should be fork-tender, not chewy. You should be able to pull the meat apart easily. If it resists, let it go another hour.

Country Style Ribs – 5-Ingredient Easy & Delicious Recipe

Description

These slow cooker country style ribs are packed with smoky BBQ flavor and fall-apart tender. A true set-it-and-forget-it meal, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxing weekends.

Ingredients

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3 pounds country style ribs (bone-in or boneless)

1 tablespoon salt

1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon cumin

1/2 tablespoon chili powder

1/2 tablespoon paprika

3/4 tablespoon garlic powder

3/4 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 cup BBQ sauce (e.g. Sweet Baby Ray’s)

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Instructions

1. Mix salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar in a small bowl.

2. Spray the inside of the slow cooker with non-stick spray.

3. Place ribs in the cooker and rub spice mixture over them to coat.

4. Pour BBQ sauce over the ribs.

5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–6 hours.

6. Check for fork tenderness. Serve with additional BBQ sauce if desired.

Notes

Choose ribs with a good meat-to-fat ratio for the best flavor.

Add 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke to the BBQ sauce for a smoky flavor twist.

For a crispy crust, broil cooked ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet with extra BBQ sauce for 2–3 minutes after slow cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Crock Pot Recipes
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 recipe
Calories: 569
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 2640mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 44g
Cholesterol: 164mg