Tender and Flavorful: Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs Recipe

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If you’re craving a hearty, fall-off-the-bone barbecue dish, these Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs are just what you need. This recipe brings all the smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors of traditional barbecue with the ease of a slow cooker. With just a few simple ingredients, you can set it and forget it while the slow cooker works its magic, turning tough beef ribs into tender, juicy perfection. The result is a delicious dish that's perfect for family dinners, backyard gatherings, or any time you want a satisfying, no-fuss meal.

What makes this recipe so special is the homemade sauce that slowly infuses the ribs with rich barbecue flavor. A blend of ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, and a hint of mustard gives the sauce a balance of sweetness and tanginess. Combined with the long, slow cooking process, this creates ribs that are melt-in-your-mouth tender, with a sticky sauce that clings to every bite.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs
Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 pounds beef back ribs

Directions:

Step 1: Make the Barbecue Sauce

• In the bowl of your slow cooker, mix together the water, ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, and salt. Stir until the brown sugar and salt have dissolved completely, creating a smooth, rich sauce.

Step 2: Add the Ribs

• Place the beef back ribs into the slow cooker, ensuring that each rib is coated in the sauce. Give the mixture a gentle stir to fully immerse the ribs in the barbecue sauce.

Step 3: Cook Low and Slow

• Set the slow cooker to LOW and cover with the lid.
• Let the ribs cook for 8 hours. During this time, the slow heat will break down the connective tissues in the beef, making the ribs tender and allowing them to soak up all the delicious barbecue flavors.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

• Once the cooking time is up, carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker—they will be very tender, so handle them gently.
• Serve the ribs with extra sauce from the slow cooker drizzled on top, along with classic sides like coleslaw, baked beans, or cornbread for a complete barbecue experience.

These Slow Cooker Barbequed Beef Ribs are a fantastic way to enjoy the rich flavors of barbecue without the need for a grill or smoker. The ribs come out juicy and flavorful, with a homemade sauce that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. Plus, because they cook low and slow, you can prep them in the morning and have a mouthwatering dinner ready to go by evening.

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