1. In a bowl combine ketchup, honey, vinegar, soy sauce, five-spice powder, onion, ginger and garlic; pour into the slow-cooker. 2. Set oven heat to broil and set the rack 6 inches from heat source. 3. Season ribs with salt and pepper. 4. Place the ribs on a baking pan, then broil, turning once until browned (this should take about 10-12 minutes). 5. Transfer the ribs to the slow-cooker/crock pot; turn to coat with the sauce. 6. Cover the slow-cooker and cook on LOW heat for about 5-6 hours or until ribs are tender. 7. Transfer the ribs to a platter to keep warm. 8. Skim any fat from the top of the sauce. 9. Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, cook until reduced to about 1 cup. 10. In a small cup whisk 1 tablespoon water with 1 teaspoon cornstarch; add to the simmering sauce; simmer until thickened. 11. Pour the sauce over the ribs and serve. 12. Serve with cooked rice. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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