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Pioneer Woman Slow Cooker Ribs and Slaw Recipe

When it comes to making fall-off-the-bone succulent ribs, the slow cooker is your best friend.
You'll love how tender these Pioneer Woman slow cooker ribs become after gently cooking for 8 hours.
The magic happens in the slow cooker, where the garlic and ginger infuse the ribs with incredible flavor.
Once done, simply transfer the ribs to a baking sheet and keep them warm under foil.
Pair these mouthwatering ribs with crisp, refreshing slaw for a balanced meal that's perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 Racks of ribs cut in half
  • 1 Onion sliced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Honey
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water
  • 4 cups Cabbage shredded
  • 1 Carrot grated
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tsp Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Celery Seed
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

  • Prepare your ribs by cutting each rack in half.
  • Place the ribs in your 6-quart slow cooker with the bone side down.
  • Add sliced onions and minced garlic on top of the ribs.
  • Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker.
  • Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours.
  • Ensure you don't lift the lid during cooking to keep the heat consistent.
  • Once done, transfer the ribs onto a baking sheet and cover them with foil to keep them warm.
  • Strain the cooking juices from the slow cooker into a large skillet.
  • Add honey, soy sauce, and vinegar to the skillet, and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Mix cornstarch with cold water and stir this into the skillet to thicken the sauce.
  • Pour the sauce over the ribs and let them rest covered.
  • For the slaw, combine shredded cabbage and grated carrot in a large bowl.
  • In another bowl, mix together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, celery seed, and salt.
  • Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture and toss well.