Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot Recipe

Escape to paradise with these unbelievably tender and flavorful Polynesian spareribs! This unique recipe skips the ketchup for a vibrant, savory sauce that will leave you craving more. Slow-cooked to perfection in your crock-pot, these ribs are incredibly juicy and bursting with exotic spices. A perfect dish for a family dinner or an impressive potluck!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 495 mins
Calories 899.9 kcal
Protein 83g
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Ingredients for Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot

  • 3-4 lbs pork spareribs
  • 1 1/4 cups soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Cider Vinegar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • Water
  • Salt
  • Dry Mustard
  • Fresh Ginger
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

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How to Make Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cut spareribs into 3-inch pieces.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons ground ginger, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until completely smooth.
  4. Brush the sparerib pieces evenly with the soy sauce mixture.
  5. Place ribs on a rack set inside a broiler pan. Bake for 20 minutes to render excess fat.
  6. Remove ribs from oven and drain off any accumulated fat.
  7. In your crock-pot, combine 1 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).
  8. Stir the sauce until well combined.
  9. Add the pre-baked spareribs to the crock-pot, ensuring they are fully coated in the sauce.
  10. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the ribs are incredibly tender and easily fall off the bone.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

135 g

Sugar

202g

Fat

101g

Carbs

20g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot?

Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot takes about 515 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 495 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot?

Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot has approximately 899.9 calories per serving, with about 83 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 82 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot?

The key ingredients for Polynesian Spareribs Crock Pot are Pork Spareribs, Soy Sauce, Ground Ginger, Cornstarch, Cider Vinegar, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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