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Pork Riblets In Slow Cooker
These tender and juicy slow cooker Pork Riblets are seasoned with a savory pork rub and then tossed in barbecue sauce for a deep sweet, smoky, and tangy flavor.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
6 hrs
Rest
5 mins
Total Time
6 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 597 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork riblets
- 1 cup BBQ sauce I used Stubb’s Sticky Sweet
- 3 tablespoons pork rub I used Famous Dave’s Rib Rub
Instructions
- Season all sides of the riblets generously with the pork rub and then place the seasoned riblets at the bottom of a slow cooker. Cover the cooker with the lid.
- Cook your crockpot riblets on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- About 10 minutes before the riblets are done, preheat your oven broiler. Carefully remove the bone-tender riblets from the slow cooker using tongs and place them on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
- Brush the BBQ sauce generously over the riblets and place the baking sheet under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the riblets turn golden brown and the sauce caramelizes.
- Allow the riblets to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Season Generously: Don't be shy with the pork rub. It’s key to getting a flavorful crust on the riblets.
- Slow and Low: Cooking on low heat ensures the riblets become tender without drying out.
- Layer the Flavor: Apply the BBQ sauce in layers; a little before broiling and a final brush after broiling for deep, rich flavor.
- Monitor Broiling: Keep a close eye when broiling the riblets to avoid burning the sauce.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the riblets rest for about 5 minutes after broiling to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Line Your Slow Cooker: Use a slow cooker liner for even easier cleanup.
- Broil in Batches: If you have a lot of riblets, broil them in batches to ensure they all get evenly caramelized.
Nutrition Information
Calories
597kcal
(30%)
Carbohydrates
36g
(12%)
Protein
26g
(52%)
Fat
38g
(58%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
7g
Monounsaturated Fat
14g
Trans Fat
0.4g
Cholesterol
127mg
(42%)
Sodium
868mg
(36%)
Potassium
626mg
(18%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
24g
(48%)
Vitamin A
452IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
158mg
(16%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 597
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 597kcal | 30% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 127mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 868mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 626mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 452IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 158mg | 16% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.