Tender, sticky, and deeply satisfying — these slow cooker spareribs require just four pantry staples and about ten minutes of hands-on time. The recipe, rooted in the tradition of church suppers and family reunions, delivers fall-apart pork ribs glazed in a sweet-savory sauce, all for under $12. No searing, no babysitting, no complicated technique required.
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- —Only 4 ingredients, ready with 10 minutes of prep
- —Feeds 4–6 people for under $12
- —No added liquid needed — ribs self-baste in the slow cooker
Four ingredients, one pot, and a recipe that costs under $12
The entire dish rests on four core ingredients: 3 to 4 lbs of pork spareribs, 1 cup of ketchup, ½ cup of brown sugar, and ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar. Together, they create a glaze that is sweet, tangy, and sticky without being overpowering.
