Ultimate Asian-Inspired Sweet and Savory Ribs Recipe

Step 1

Lay the short ribs gently in the cozy embrace of your slow cooker, giving them a sprinkle of salt and pepper to awaken their flavors.

Step 2

In a jar with a lid that seals snugly, blend together water, preserves, chili sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, onion soup mix, red pepper flakes, onion powder, garlic powder, cinnamon, and ginger. Shake the jar with a dance until all the ingredients mingle harmoniously, then drizzle this savory concoction over the ribs, ensuring each one is enveloped in the luscious sauce.

Step 3

Allow this symphony of flavors to serenade the meat on a Low setting until it reaches that perfect state of tenderness where a gentle nudge of a fork will make it surrender, which usually takes around 6 to 9 hours. For a quicker crescendo, you can turn up the heat to High and savor the results in 3 to 6 hours.