Instant Pot BBQ Ribs Recipe: Fall-off-the-Bone Deliciousness in No Time
There’s nothing quite like a plate of BBQ ribs to satisfy your carnivorous cravings. But traditional BBQ ribs can take hours to cook, and not everyone has the time or the equipment to make them. That’s where the Instant Pot comes in. With this versatile kitchen gadget, you can have tender, juicy, fall-off-the-bone ribs in no time. Here’s a recipe that’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
➤ To make this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
For Dry Rub:
▢1 tablespoon dry mustard
▢1½ tablespoon smoked paprika
▢1 tablespoon onion powder
▢½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
▢1 teaspoon cumin (ground)
▢1 teaspoon garlic powder
▢1 tablespoon brown sugar
▢1 teaspoon black pepper (ground)
▢2 teaspoon salt
For Ribs:
▢2 racks baby back pork ribs ((about 3 to 4 lbs))
▢4 cups apple juice
▢¼ cup apple cider vinegar
▢2 tablespoon liquid smoke
For BBQ Sauce:
▢½ cup bbq sauce (store bought)
▢½ cup ketchup
▢¼ cup whiskey
▢¼ cup brown sugar
▢2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
▢1 tablespoon liquid smoke
➤ Step-by-Step Guide to Making it :
Step 1:
Prepare the dry rub by combining all the dry rub ingredients together in a small bowl.
Step 2:
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs with a paper towel. Season the baby back ribs with the dry rub generously on both sides.
Step 3:
Place the ribs inside the Instant Pot, standing up and wrapping around the Instant Pot.
Step 4:
Pour the apple juice, apple cider vinegar and liquid smoke inside the Instant pot, no need to stir. Close the lid (follow the manufacturer’s guide for instructions on how to close the instant pot lid). Set the Instant Pot to the Meat/Stew setting and set the timer to 20 minutes.
Step 5:
Once the Instant Pot cycle is complete, wait until the natural release cycle is complete, should take about 15 minutes. Follow the manufacturer’s guide for quick release, if in a rush. Carefully unlock and remove the lid from the instant pot.
Step 6:
While the ribs are cooking prepare the BBQ sauce. In a small saucepan add all the BBQ sauce ingredients and stir to combine. Simmer on low heat for about 20 to 25 minutes, the sauce should reduce a bit.
Step 7:
Carefully remove the ribs from the Instant Pot and place them onto a baking sheet. Brush them generously with the prepared BBQ sauce on both sides and place under the broiler for about 5 minutes. Keep the door to your oven open while broiling the ribs and keep an eye on them, because they could burn quickly.
Step 8:
Serve with leftover BBQ sauce.
➔ Notes:
1- If you prefer your ribs to be saucier, you can add more BBQ sauce after broiling them.
2- You can use any BBQ sauce you like for this recipe, but a smoky or spicy sauce works particularly well.
3- You can also add a tablespoon of liquid smoke to the water in the Instant Pot for a more authentic BBQ flavor.
➔ In conclusion, this Instant Pot BBQ ribs recipe is perfect for those who love the taste of ribs but don’t want to spend hours cooking them. With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of the Instant Pot, you can have tender, juicy ribs that are sure to impress. So go ahead and give it a try – your taste buds will thank you!
This is an easy one and oh so good.
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