Best 5 Easy Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs Recipes

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**Fall-off-the-bone tender baby back ribs made in the Instant Pot are easier than ever!** This collection of recipes includes something for every taste, from classic BBQ ribs to Asian-inspired ribs. All of the recipes are easy to follow and use simple ingredients, so you can have delicious ribs on the table in no time.

**Classic BBQ Ribs:** These ribs are coated in a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce and cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot. The meat is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is finger-licking good.

**Honey Garlic Ribs:** These ribs are coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce and cooked until caramelized. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is irresistible.

**Asian-Inspired Ribs:** These ribs are marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic. They are then cooked in the Instant Pot until tender and glazed with a sweet and sour sauce.

**Spicy Ribs:** These ribs are coated in a spicy rub and cooked in the Instant Pot until fall-off-the-bone tender. The heat level can be adjusted to your liking.

**Barbecue Ribs:** These ribs are cooked in a delicious homemade barbecue sauce and cooked in the Instant Pot until fall-off-the-bone tender. The perfect recipe for a summer cookout.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious Instant Pot baby back ribs. So fire up your Instant Pot and get cooking!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BABY BACK RIBS



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This delicious entrée provides protein, iron, B12, and much more. The ribs are also a breeze to make, and are definitely one of my favorite Instant Pot recipes. Pair with cauliflower rice or a bowl full of dark leafy greens for a perfect dinner.

Provided by The Essential Keto Instant Pot Cookbook by Casey Thaler

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 - 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup grass-fed beef bone broth
1 tbsp crushed red pepper
1 tbsp chili powder
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1 tsp hot sauce
1/2 tsp oregano (dried)
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp cumin (ground)
2 - 3 lbs racks baby back ribs
barbecue sauce ((Tessemae'sor other keto-approved brand) to serve)
barbecue sauce ((Tessemae'sor other keto-approved brand) to serve)

Steps:

  • Pour bone broth into the Instant Pot.
  • In a large bowl, mix the red pepper, chili powder, mustard, hot sauce, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cumin together thoroughly.
  • Rub mixture over ribs, then place the ribs in the Instant Pot, on a rack, with the meatier part of the ribs facing outward.
  • Secure lid, and cook in Meat/Stew mode for 45 minutes (or until desired tenderness), with valve sealed.
  • Switch the pressure release to Venting, remove ribs, and brush lightly with barbecue sauce.

INSTANT POT BABY BACK RIBS



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Make and share this Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Meat

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs baby baby back ribs, trimmed and cleaned (1 rack)
3 tablespoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons black pepper
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup store bought barbecue sauce, additional for serving

Steps:

  • Generously season the ribs with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the apple cider vinegar and 1 ½ cups of water in the base of the Instant Pot.
  • Insert the rack and place ribs on top. Seal lid on top and cook on high pressure for 20 minutes. Allow the Instant Pot to vent for about 10 minutes before removing the ribs from the pot.
  • Meanwhile, preheat an oven to 425 degrees. Carefully, place the ribs on an aluminum foil lined sheet tray and brush both sides of the ribs with bbq sauce. Bake in the oven for 7-10 minutes until the sauce is sticky.
  • Slice ribs into sections and serve with additional bbq sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 758.5, Fat 49.1, SaturatedFat 17.8, Cholesterol 190.5, Sodium 5976.7, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 16.4, Protein 52.7

INSTANT POT® BABY BACK RIBS



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Quick way to make fall-off-the-bone ribs in the Instant Pot®!

Provided by pschelf

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Baby Back Ribs

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 rack baby back pork ribs
1 cup beef broth
¼ cup barbeque sauce, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine kosher salt, brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a small bowl for the spice rub.
  • Cut the rack of ribs into 4 equal portions. Rub all sides of each piece with spice rub.
  • Pour broth into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Add ribs in a teepee formation. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove lid. Move ribs to the baking sheet using tongs. Brush ribs on all sides with barbeque sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes. Turn ribs and continue baking until meat pulls away easily from the bone, about 7 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 87.6 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 3349.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

EASY INSTANT POT® BABY BACK RIBS



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These baby back ribs made in the Instant Pot® are fall-off-the-bone good!

Provided by janet

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Baby Back Ribs

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
½ cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
1 rack baby back pork ribs
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 (12 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce, divided

Steps:

  • Combine water, vinegar, and liquid smoke in the pot of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Place rack in the bottom of the pot.
  • Season baby back pork ribs with salt and pepper on both sides. Cut rack in half. Place ribs in a teepee formation onto the rack. Pour a little barbeque sauce onto each half and let run down the sides. Close and lock the lid.
  • Select Meat setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Wait 15 minutes before releasing pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking pan with aluminum foil. Place ribs onto the prepared baking pan and slather with barbeque sauce.
  • Cook under the broiler for 5 minutes. Remove and immediately add more sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 58.4 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 704.7 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

INSTANT POT® SWEET BABY BACK RIBS



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Tender, sweet, and sticky baby back ribs that only take 1 hour from prep to plate. If you like them with a little spice, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the dry rub. I make this in my 8-quart Instant Pot® Duo; a 6-quart pot may require less liquid.

Provided by Chris Book

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Baby Back Ribs

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 racks baby back pork ribs
¼ cup dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons garlic salt (such as Lawry's®)
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 cup beef broth
12 fluid ounces root beer
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
1 cup barbecue sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's®), or more to taste

Steps:

  • Use a butter knife to cut into an edge of the rib racks. Use a paper towel to grab and lift off the silvery membranes.
  • Combine brown sugar, garlic salt, chili powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in bowl. Coat the ribs generously with the dry rub.
  • Place the trivet inside the Instant Pot®. Pour in broth, root beer, vinegar, and liquid smoke. Place ribs on the trivet on their sides, with one inside the other. Close and lock the lid and make sure the vent is sealed. Select manual high pressure and set the timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 15 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler on the highest heat setting. Place a rack 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Transfer ribs to a broiling pan and generously coat with barbecue sauce.
  • Cook in the broiler until barbeque sauce is bubbly and caramelized, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 87.8 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 1910.9 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose baby back ribs that are meaty and have a good amount of marbling.
  • Use a dry rub to season the ribs. This will help to create a flavorful crust.
  • Cook the ribs on high pressure for 20 minutes. This will help to tenderize the meat.
  • Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before serving. This will help to keep the juices in the meat.
  • Serve the ribs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

Instant Pot baby back ribs are an easy and delicious way to enjoy this classic dish. The ribs are tender and fall-off-the-bone, and the dry rub gives them a flavorful crust. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to make baby back ribs, give this Instant Pot recipe a try.

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