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BBQ Beef Ribs

Finger-Licking BBQ Beef Ribs Made Easy in Your Instant Pot

Satisfy your cravings with these tender and juicy BBQ beef ribs made quickly in your Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 2 pounds Beef Back Ribs Can substitute with baby back or boneless beef ribs.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any cooking oil can substitute.
For the Spice Rub
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Replace with fresh onion if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can serve as a substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for a spicy kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For Cooking Liquid and Glaze
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Can substitute with chicken broth or water.
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar works as a substitute.
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Use your favorite store-bought or homemade sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be a good substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can act as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ribs: Pat the beef back ribs dry and remove the silverskin using a sharp knife.
  2. Make Spice Rub: Combine all spice rub ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir well.
  3. Season Ribs: Drizzle olive oil over the ribs and apply the spice mix evenly.
  4. Optional Searing: Sear ribs in Instant Pot on sauté mode for 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Deglaze: Add beef broth and apple cider vinegar, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Pressure Cook: Place ribs upright, secure the lid, and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.
  7. Make Glaze: Mix BBQ sauce, honey, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.
  8. Glaze & Broil: Transfer ribs to a baking sheet, coat with glaze, and broil for 5 minutes.
  9. Serve: Let ribs rest, then cut into portions and enjoy with extra glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Remove silverskin for tender ribs; searing adds flavor depth. Avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.

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