Get ready to satisfy your cravings with these bone-tender Instant Pot Ribs!
Made with just a few simple ingredients, these ribs are delicious, easy to prepare, quick to make, and tender.
Season these with your favorite BBQ sauce, even just salt and pepper.
How to choose ribs
Making pork ribs in the Instant Pot is quick and easy. There are two types of ribs you can use in this recipe.
- baby back ribs Back ribs are usually the most tender and flavorful option, but they can be more expensive. I recommend choosing these ribs if possible.
- side ribs or flailing Much more friendly in the Instant Pot and still yields tender and delicious results. They are a little meatier and have a nice flavor.
Cook with fresh or frozen
Like Instant Pot pulled pork, the pressure cooker tenderizes ribs in a fraction of the time compared to other methods. Best of all, no need to thaw first. Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs that can be cooked from frozen.
Make sure to add the rub and cut into the Instant Pot before cutting into the liquid. Follow recipe directions, adding an additional 5 to 7 minutes when cooking from frozen.
How to Make Instant Pot Ribs
My family considers these the best Instant Pot ribs, they are so tender.
- Prepare ribs: If present, remove the membrane and cut the rack of ribs into two or three pieces to fit into the Instant Pot. Rub with spice rub.
- Cook in Instant Pot: Place the ribs on top of the triangle in the Instant Pot and add some broth, onion and garlic. chef According to the following recipe.
- Finish the ribs: Add salt and pepper and homemade or prepared barbecue sauce. Broil for a few more minutes, if desired, for a few more minutes to crisp.
Ribs The membrane on the back of the ribs is very thin. It is possible to cook with a membrane, but I personally prefer to remove it.
To remove the membrane, simply slide the knife underneath to access it, hold it with a paper towel if needed, and pull it away. If you can’t seem to find it, ribs sometimes come with membranes that have been removed.
How to Make Natural Release on the Instant Pot
When using the Instant Pot, you need to release the pressure before opening the lid. You can do this using quick release or natural release.
This recipe uses a 5-minute natural release to allow the pressure to gradually decrease. After cooking, the timer will start counting, once it reaches 5 minutes, carefully open the valve to release any remaining pressure.
Use these simple Instant Pot Ribs Serve with dill pickle pasta salad, some garlic bread, and corn on the cob for the perfect meal!
Pressure cooker ribs take about 23 to 26 minutes (26 minutes if extra meat like flank ribs) and about 32 minutes from freezing.
Choose the right rib first (the back ribs are the most tender). To tenderize ribs, cook them in a pressure cooker according to the recipe below. You can also make the ribs in the oven or slow cooker.
If you open the pressure cooker and the ribs are not tender, it means they need more time. For more tender ribs, turn off the pressure cooker and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
Yes, the Instant Pot Ribs require liquid so they can cause steam and create pressure.
Yes, you can add other ribs to the Instant Pot as long as they are not packaged. The cooking time does not need to be changed.
Best BBQ side
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Instant Pot Ribs
These easy Instant Pot Ribs are tender bone delicious! They are also quick and easy to make.
Prevent the screen from going black
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Rinse and pat rack of ribs. Use a knife to lift the edge of the membrane away from the back of the ribs and remove it.
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Cut the slab into 2-3 pieces, small enough to fit in the Instant Pot. Coat each slice generously with the dry rub mixture and massage it into the meat.
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Add a trifle or rack to the bottom of the Instant Pot and pour in broth or water, along with liquid smoke (if using).
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Place the ribs upright on the curved board so they are not stacked on top of each other. Sprinkle the sliced onions and garlic over the ribs.
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Close the Instant Pot lid and select manual high pressure. Set timer for 22 minutes (25 minutes for extra meat or flank ribs).
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After the timer goes off, set the Instant Pot to natural release for 5 minutes. Open the valve to relieve any remaining pressure.
Grill or grill (optional)
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Turn broiler to high or grill to medium.
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Brush ribs with BBQ sauce (or dry ribs with olive oil/salt/pepper).
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If roasting, line a large baking sheet with foil and position ribs 4 to 6 inches from broiler. If grilling, place ribs directly on grill. Cook until lightly charred, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Leftover ribs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Calories: 244 | carbohydrate: 19g | protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated fat: 4g | cholesterol: 48milligrams | sodium: 307milligrams | Potassium: 413milligrams | fiber: 3g | sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2285IU | Vitamin C: 4milligrams | calcium: 131milligrams | iron: 4.2milligrams
Nutritional information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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