Hawaiian Ribs

Hawaiian ribs in the slow cooker is a flavorful and tender dish that combines beef ribs with sweet and tangy Hawaiian-inspired ingredients. The ribs are cooked slowly to achieve tenderness and are simmered in a sauce that includes pineapple, onion, honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic and 5 spice powder. The result is a savory, sweet, and slightly tangy dish with a tropical twist.

Hawaiian Ribs

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Hawaiian ribs in the slow cooker is a flavorful and tender dish that combines beef ribs with sweet and tangy Hawaiian-inspired ingredients.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 hours
• Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Slow Cooker
• Cuisine: Hawaiian

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless beef short ribs
1 small red onion, diced
1 small can crushed pineapple (with juice)
1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
3 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon Chinese 5 Spice powder
Sesame seeds (optional)
Green onions, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Spray a slow cooker with cooking spray.
2.   Evenly distribute ribs inside slow cooker.
3.   In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients and stir until evenly combined. Pour over ribs.
4.   Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
5. To serve, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired.
6. Delicious served with French fries cooked in tallow!

Notes

Optional Thickener

If you want a thicker sauce, remove the ribs once cooked. Transfer the cooking liquid to a saucepan. Mix cornstarch with a little water to make a slurry. Bring the sauce to a simmer and stir in the slurry until thickened. Return the ribs to the slow cooker or serve with the thickened sauce.

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