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Delicious slow cooker barbequed beef ribs served with barbecue sauce and sides.

Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs

Experience the magic of tender, falling-off-the-bone beef ribs drenched in rich barbeque sauce, effortlessly made in your slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 pounds beef ribs
  • 1 cup barbeque sauce your favorite flavor
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • a dash paprika optional for that smoky flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the beef ribs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Optional: briefly sear the ribs in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side to add depth of flavor.
Cooking
  1. Transfer the ribs to your slow cooker. Pour barbeque sauce, beef broth, chopped onion, and minced garlic over the top. Stir gently to ensure the ribs are well coated.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and set on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Serving
  1. Once the cooking time is up, carefully remove the ribs and serve with extra barbeque sauce, if desired. These ribs pair perfectly with coleslaw, cornbread, or a simple green salad.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to keep them juicy. You can also freeze the ribs in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.