Slow Cooker Chinese Spare Ribs

Step 1

In a small bowl mix soy, honey, hoisin, five spice, brown sugar, sweet chili sauce, garlic, ginger and red food coloring. Set aside

Step 2

Cut the ribs between the bones to give individual ribs and place in a large bowl or freezer bag. Pour the marinade over ribs and marinade 12 hours or 24 hours for best flavor.

Step 3

Place ribs and marinade in slow cooker and cook on low 6 hours or high 4 hours.

Step 4

Remove ribs from slow cooker and place them on foil lined baking sheet.

Step 5

Remove the top layer of fat from the juice in the slow cooker. Pour liquid into a small saucepan and whisk in 2 teaspoon cornstarch. Let come to a low boil to thicken.

Step 6

Brush thickened sauce over ribs and broil 5-6 minutes to caramelize on top.

Step 7

Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.