Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs
Fall-off-the-bone tender baby back ribs cooked quickly in the Instant Pot, coated in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 rack baby back ribs
- 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs if present. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the ribs.
- Pour the water into the Instant Pot. Place the seasoned ribs on a trivet inside the Instant Pot.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to the sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the ribs from the Instant Pot. Brush the ribs generously with BBQ sauce.
- Optional: For a more caramelized glaze, place the brushed ribs on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and slightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
These ribs are incredibly easy and quick to make in the Instant Pot. Serve with your favorite sides like coleslaw or potato salad.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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