Description
Tender and juicy baby back ribs made effortlessly in the Instant Pot, then finished under a broiler for a classic BBQ glaze.
Ingredients
- 2 racks baby back ribs (about 3–4 lb total)
- 2 tablespoons dry rub seasoning
- 1 cup water, apple juice, or beer
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- Optional: 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or 1/2 cup of liquid smoke
Dry rub suggestion (mix together):
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon cayenne (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Remove the membrane and season the ribs with the dry rub.
- Add liquid to the Instant Pot, place ribs upright on a trivet, and pressure-cook until tender.
- Natural-release pressure, remove ribs, brush with BBQ sauce.
- Broil briefly to caramelize the sauce and finish.
Notes
For a tangier finish, use apple juice instead of water. If you prefer less smoke, leave out liquid smoke.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American