Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Once you cook ribs in your crock pot you’ll never go back to the way you were cooking them before.  Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs is simple to make but everyone will think that you have been working hard in the kitchen all day long.

My entire family loves it when I cook BBQ ribs for dinner.  This ribs recipe requires little work but tastes amazing. The slow cooker makes this country style pork ribs cook until they are fork tender. The meat literally falls off the bone.

If you love making Easy Slow Cooker Recipes as much as I do, make sure to check out these other delicious recipes. Crock Pot Ribs with Coke, Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs, and Easy Crockpot BBQ Ribs Recipe are just some of my favorites.

What are Country Style Pork Ribs?

Country-style ribs don’t actually come from the rib area of a pig. Country style ribs come from the shoulder area of the pig. 

When country-style ribs have a bone in them, it is not a rib bone but a shoulder blade. We love making these country style pork ribs in the crock pot. They come out fork tender and fall of the bone.

Ingredients

• Country Style Bone-In Pork Ribs
• Brown Sugar
• Chili Powder
• Salt (or kosher salt)
• Black Pepper
• Ketchup
• Apple Cider Vinegar
• Spicy Brown Mustard
• Worcestershire sauce

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Substitutions and Additions

This recipe is delicious just as it is however you can add a few additions if you would like.

• Liquid Smoke – Liquid Smoke is a delicious addition to add smokey flavor
• Add Seasonings – Garlic Powder, onion powder, and paprika are great to add
• Onions – Slice up an onion and add it in the beginning of the slow cooking.
• Change the Meat – Pork chops or a pork roast would work in this slow cooker recipe. Great idea for making amazing pulled pork for your friends and family. Feel free to make this recipe with boneless ribs as well. The cooking time will still be the same.

Step by Step Instructions

• Step 1 – Put the country style pork ribs in your favorite crock pot. 

• Step 2 – Then you combine all the other ingredients together and pour over the top.  This sauce is so good that you will not miss the bbq sauce in this recipe.

• Step 3 – Then cover and cook the ribs in the slow cooker for 8-10 hours. 

• Step 4 – Once they have been slow cooked, place on a baking sheet. Broil the ribs on a baking pan for approximately 5-10 minutes to caramelize the sauce. 
• Step 5 – This process bring out the best flavors in this recipe.  You may also put them on the grill for 5-10 minutes instead of using the broiler if you prefer.
• Step 6 – Season with salt and pepper then serve with your favorite side dishes.

Recipe Tips

• Homemade Barbecue Sauce – We love making our sauces from scratch because se can control the ingredients. Making Homemade BBQ Sauce saves time, money and taste even better on these ribs.
• Cooking Ribs – For the best results we recommend cooking the ribs on low. It helps to tenderize the meat which results the most flavorful ribs.
• Cooking Spray – Feel free to spray the slow cooker with cooking spray if you have problems with the meat sticking.
• Instant Pot – If you prefer, these ribs can be made in the instant. Place the ribs in the instant pot and add in your sauce ingredients. Then cook the ribs for about 15 minutes on high press and do a natural release for about 10. Then broil the ribs in the oven for a caramelize the texture.

What is the Difference between Country Style Ribs and Spare Ribs?

Country style pork ribs are cut from the shoulder of the hog and the very end of the pork loin.  These ribs are similar to pork chops in flavor.

Spare ribs come from the rib section of the hog and have a slightly different flavor.  Either type would taste great in this recipe. So you may substitute with spare ribs in you prefer them over country style ribs.

The sauce in this recipe would go great with other cuts of pork as well.  I usually buy what’s on sale. 

How Do You Slow Cook Ribs:

This best slow cooker country style ribs recipe cooks in the crock pot on low for 8-10 hours.  You can also cook country style ribs slow cooker on high for approximately 6-8 hours. 

I prefer to cook low and slow as I think they are more tender. But you can cook them on high to shorten the cooking time if you need to. Cooking times vary depending on how many ribs you are slow cooking.

How to Serve

The country style ribs are a great addition to your family’s BBQ or a tasty weeknight meal. We love to serve easy side dishes for a complete meal idea. I always make these CrockPot Mashed Potatoes Recipe with a side of this Boiling Corn on the Cob Recipe.

It makes for the perfect combination and always a crowd favorite. For other options try this Quick & Easy Baked Beans or Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe. If you are making boneless country style pork ribs add Traditional Potato Salad Recipe as a delicious side dish.

This Homemade Cornbread Recipe is another delicious options and taste even better making from scratch. For more side dish ideas, see Best Sides for Ribs.

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• Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Recipe
• The Best Crock Pot Pork Roast 
• Easy Crock Pot Pork Chops
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