Country Style Pork Ribs are cooked low and slow in either the oven or slow cooker for tender, juicy meat that is packed with a ton of flavor.
We love grilling ribs. Seriously, it’s one of our favorite ways to eat ribs. Unfortunately, the weather does not always cooperate for grilling, and we have had to develop an equally delicious way to cook ribs. We don’t even miss the grill when making these country-style pork ribs. They are fall off the bone tender, and packed with flavor. That caramelized sauce? To die for. You’re going to love it!
Spare Ribs vs. Country Style Ribs:
Fun fact: Country Style ribs aren’t ribs at all! They actually come from the shoulder roast, the same cut of pork you would use for pulled pork. They are thicker than spare ribs and contain more fat, making it super flavorful!
Barbecue Sauce:
Depending on how much time we have, we may just use whatever barbecue sauce we have in the pantry. However, we know that nothing beats homemade, so when the time allows we always make from scratch! The sauce included with this recipe for oven-baked bbq chicken will produce just the right amount of barbecue sauce for your ribs.
Slow Cooker Instructions:
Prepare rub and coat ribs. Place in a 6-quart slow cooker, cover, and cook on low 7 to 8. Finish by transferring ribs to a foil-lined baking sheet and brushing with bbq sauce. Place under broiler setting to caramelize the sauce.
Make Ahead Instructions:
You can make this recipe up to 24 hours in advance, baking and all. Simply follow reheating instructions below.
Storage and Reheating Instructions:
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit until warmed through.
Freezer Instructions:
You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Freeze in sandwich or quart sized freezer safe bags for quicker thawing. When ready to bake, thaw in the fridge overnight and bake in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit until warmed through.
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Wonderful recipe! My picky kids devoured these country ribs. Thanks for a great meal idea. Definitely will be permanently in the rotation. 😋
Awesome recipe.
Just made this tonight.
We had 4 Country Ribs in a package, probably 3-4 lbs.
I could have double the rub mix but came out ok.
I cooked exactly as directed.
We put bbq sauce on 2, then broiled.
Kept 2 naked with just the rub
Both flavors were awesome, but I definitely recommend the BBQ then broil.
Served with garlic mashed taters.
Awesome supper!!
Thanks again!
Very good recipe ribs are delicious. I did change one little thing actually it was bad one thing I put them under the broiler to kind of crisp them up then I put the barbecue sauce on and back under the broiler. Other than that recipe is perfect thank you for publishing
These are the best by far! Finally, my ribs came out tender and fall apart beautifully. I did reduce the salt by half though.
I have to give 5 stars on this one. Excellent!
These are awesome, big hit with the family, finger licken good !! Thank you for your many recipes, never disappoint ! Blessings to you and your family
My husband and daughter said these were the best ribs I’d ever made. Thanks for the recipe!
Awesome recipe. Simple – need not change a thing. Will have it again and share this fabulous rib recipe with friends.
Tried this and its easy and so tasty
I cooked these ribs exactly as instructed in the oven tonight. They were a hit! So tender, flavorful and delicious!