Oktoberfest Ribs with Apple Sauerkraut
Oktoberfest Ribs with Apple Sauerkraut is a natural flavor combination for autumn: ribs, apples, and sauerkraut.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
4 pounds pork spareribs, trimmed to fit into slow cooker, cut into 2-rib portions
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 small red potatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 small red onion, peeled and sliced
1 (1 pound) package refrigerated sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
2 small red apples, cored and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/2 cup apple cider
4 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed, coarsely crushed
Instructions
- Â In a large nonstick skillet brown ribs in oil over high heat.
- Â Place ribs in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with potatoes, onion, sauerkraut and apples.
- Â Combine remaining ingredients and pour over.
- Â Cook, covered, on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
Notes
Recipe and photo used with permission from: National Pork Board
