Description
Tender, fall-off-the-bone Instant Pot Ribs with a flavorful rub and barbecue glaze. These ribs are pressure cooked to perfection and finished under the broiler for a delicious caramelized finish.
Ingredients
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For the Ribs:
- 1 rack baby back ribs or spare ribs, about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds*
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1/4 cup Homemade Barbecue Sauce or your favorite store-bought sauce, plus additional for serving
For the Rub:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Rinse and Pat Dry: Rinse the ribs and pat them dry. Remove the membrane if present.
- Prepare the Rub: Combine brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Rub the mixture over the ribs.
- Pressure Cook: Place trivet in Instant Pot, add water, apple cider vinegar, and liquid smoke. Stand ribs on the trivet, close and seal the Instant Pot. Cook according to rib type.
- Broil: Transfer cooked ribs to a baking sheet, brush with barbecue sauce, and broil until caramelized.
Notes
- Choose ribs under 2 pounds for best results.
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Freeze in airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
