Slow Cooker Lamb Ribs Recipe
Tender and flavorful slow cooker lamb ribs seasoned with a blend of garlic, onion, mustard, and paprika powders, cooked low and slow with Worcestershire sauce to create fall-off-the-bone meat that’s perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Lara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Lamb Ribs
- 1 kg (2 pounds) lamb ribs
Spice Blend
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Additional Ingredients
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- Olive oil spray (optional)
- Prepare the ribs: Pat the lamb ribs dry thoroughly using paper towels to remove any excess moisture, which helps the spice blend adhere better.
- Make the spice blend: Combine garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until evenly mixed.
- Season the ribs: Rub the spice mixture evenly over all surfaces of the lamb ribs, ensuring every part is well coated for maximum flavor.
- Arrange in slow cooker: Place the seasoned ribs in a single layer inside the slow cooker, allowing even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Add Worcestershire sauce: Pour the Worcestershire sauce evenly over the ribs to add moisture and depth of flavor during cooking.
- Optional oil spray: Lightly spray the ribs with olive oil to help keep them moist and tender throughout the cooking process.
- Cook low and slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, until the meat becomes tender and easily falls off the bone.
- Rest and serve: Carefully remove the ribs from the cooker, let them rest a few minutes to redistribute juices, and then serve with your favorite side dishes for a hearty meal.
Notes
- Ensure ribs are arranged in a single layer for even cooking.
- Cooking time can vary depending on slow cooker model—check tenderness after 6 hours.
- Worcestershire sauce adds umami and moisture but can be omitted for a milder flavor.
- Resting the ribs before serving helps retain juices for moist meat.
- Optional olive oil spray prevents drying out but is not essential.
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