Slow Cooker Korean Rib Tacos

My slow cooker version of Korean tacos made with spare ribs, a recent trendy dish. The meat is sweet and savory! A perfect combination of Korean and Mexican tastes. Serve meat on slightly grilled flour tortillas or hard taco shells. Top with sour cream, salsa (a simple or fresh red works best), shredded cabbage, kimchee-flavored bean sprouts (drained), and lime juice to taste.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 3 hr
• Total Time: 3 hr 15 mins
• Calories: 416 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 5 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (Optional)
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 ½ pounds pork spareribs
• 3 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 3 tablespoons chopped white onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped red pepper (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine soy sauce, water, sugar, vinegar, green onions, white onion, sesame oil, red chile pepper, sesame seeds, garlic, and black pepper in a large bowl. Stir marinade well to ensure sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 2

Soak ribs in the marinade for at least 1 hour to overnight.

Step 3

Transfer ribs and marinade to a slow cooker; cook on High for 3 to 4 hours. Reduce heat to Low and cook 30 minutes more.

Step 4

Transfer ribs to a cutting board and discard marinade. Cut meat from the bones with a sharp knife.