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Slow-Cooker Hawaiian Style Ribs
TOTAL TIME5 hrs 10 mins
SKILL LEVELBeginner
SERVINGS6
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About this RecipeSlow-Cooker Hawaiian Style Ribs blend Smithfield pork with pineapple, hoisin, and ginger for a tender, flavorful dish with a tropical twist.
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Ingredients
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2 racks, cut into 3 sections Fresh Pork Extra Meaty Back Ribs
 
1 1/2 tsps. Sesame seeds, toasted
 
2 cups Hoisin sauce
 
1 cup Pineapple juice
 
3 tbsps. Fresh ginger, grated
 
3 tbsps. Sesame oil
 
3 Scallions, sliced
Directions
1.
In a medium bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, pineapple juice, ginger, and sesame oil.
2.
Arrange the ribs in a slow cooker and pour half of the sauce mixture over the ribs.
3.
Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 1/2 to 4 hours, until the ribs are very tender.
4.
While the ribs are cooking, place the remaining sauce in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
5.
About 30 minutes before the ribs are done, remove the reserved sauce from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature.
6.
Once the ribs are cooked, arrange them on plates or a serving platter.
7.
Brush both sides of the ribs with some of the remaining sauce.
8.
Sprinkle the ribs with scallions and sesame seeds, if using.
9.
Serve the rest of the remaining sauce at the table for dipping or drizzling.
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