Sweet Sour Crockpot Ribs effortlessly blend the tanginess of a classic sweet and sour sauce with the deep, rich flavors of slow-cooked pork spareribs. This recipe provides a fantastic way to enjoy the succulence of ribs combined with a sauce that hits all the right notes of sweetness and tanginess. By cooking these ribs in a crockpot, you ensure they are not only easy to prepare but also fall-off-the-bone tender, making this dish a comforting meal for any occasion.
Tender Sweet Sour Crockpot Ribs
These ribs are perfect for when you want a delicious, hands-off meal that cooks itself while you go about your day. Whether you’re gearing up for a family dinner or preparing for a casual weekend feast, this crockpot method makes it simple to serve up a dish that’s sure to impress with its blend of flavors and ease of preparation.
These Sweet Sour Crockpot Ribs promise a mouthwatering meal with minimal effort. The slow cooking not only infuses the ribs with all the flavors of the sauce but also ensures they are tender enough to pull apart with just a fork. Enjoy this delightful dish that combines convenience with incredible taste.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10-12 hours on Low or 5-6 hours on High
Servings: 6
Equipment:
- Crockpot
- Saucepan
Recipe Title: Easy Sweet and Sour Crockpot Ribs
Ingredients:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 pounds pork spareribs
Directions:
- Start by mixing the brown sugar and flour in a saucepan.
- Gradually add the water, vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, ginger, and garlic powder to the saucepan. Stir continuously over medium heat until the mixture reaches a boil and thickens into a sauce.
- Place a layer of pork spareribs in the crockpot.
- Spoon some of the sweet and sour sauce over the ribs, then add another layer and repeat, ensuring each layer of ribs is generously coated with the sauce.
- Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on Low for 10-12 hours or on High for 5-6 hours, depending on how quickly you want the ribs to be ready. The ribs should be very tender by the end of cooking.
- Once done, the ribs can be served hot with the thickened sauce and your choice of sides, like rice or steamed vegetables.