Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Slow Cooker Coca-Cola Ribs that will make your ribs fall-off-the-bone tender with a sweet and tangy flavor!
Slow Cooker Coca-Cola Ribs 🍖
Ingredients:
- 1 rack pork baby back ribs
- 12 oz Coca-Cola
- 1 (18 oz) jar barbecue sauce (your favorite variety)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the ribs:
- Remove the silver skin (the thin membrane) from the back of the ribs. This helps the flavors penetrate better and makes the ribs more tender.
- Cut the rack of ribs into smaller sections (about 2-3 ribs per section) so that they fit better in the slow cooker.
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Season the ribs:
- Season both sides of the ribs generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. This will enhance the flavor of the meat.
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Layer the ribs in the slow cooker:
- Place the ribs in the slow cooker, stacking them if necessary, but make sure they’re mostly submerged in the liquid.
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Add the Coca-Cola:
- Pour the Coca-Cola over the ribs. The carbonation in the soda helps tenderize the meat while also adding a subtle sweetness.
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Add the barbecue sauce:
- Pour the barbecue sauce over the ribs, making sure the ribs are well coated. You can use your favorite BBQ sauce—whether it’s tangy, sweet, or spicy.
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Cook the ribs:
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat pulls away easily from the bones.
- Alternatively, you can cook on high for 4 to 5 hours, but low and slow results in the most tender ribs.
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Serve:
- Once done, carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker and serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side, if desired.
Tips:
- Broil for a crispy finish: If you like your ribs a little crispy on the outside, transfer the cooked ribs to a baking sheet and broil them in the oven for 3-5 minutes with a little extra barbecue sauce for caramelization.
- Adjust sweetness: If you find the Coca-Cola makes the ribs too sweet for your taste, you can use a diet or sugar-free version of Coca-Cola or reduce the amount of barbecue sauce.
These Slow Cooker Coca-Cola Ribs are incredibly easy and deliver melt-in-your-mouth tenderness with a fantastic balance of sweet and savory flavors. Enjoy! 🍽️
