Description
These Instant Pot ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender with a perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors. Using a homemade rub and barbecue sauce, these ribs are pressure-cooked to perfection and finished under the broiler for a delightful 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, removing the membrane if needed.
- Prepare the Rub: Mix brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Rub onto the ribs.
- Cook in Instant Pot: Place ribs on trivet in Instant Pot with water, vinegar, and liquid smoke. Cook on high pressure.
- Broil: Brush ribs with barbecue sauce and broil briefly to caramelize.
Notes
- Choose ribs under 2 pounds for tenderness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
- Freeze ribs for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 450 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 8g
- Sodium: Approx. 600mg
- Fat: Approx. 22g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20g
- Fiber: Approx. 2g
- Protein: Approx. 40g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 120mg
