For an even deeper smoky flavor, consider adding a dash of smoked paprika to your dry rub. Adjust the barbecue sauce to your liking – sweet, tangy, or spicy. The choice is yours! Don't overcrowd the ribs in the Instant Pot; work in batches if necessary for even cooking.
Easy Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME50 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS15
Succulent baby back ribs, effortlessly crafted in your Instant Pot. Prepare for a cascade of flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth tenderness that redefines 'fall-off-the-bone' perfection. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, any time!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol58 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium705 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat17 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepIn the Instant Pot, combine water, apple cider vinegar, and liquid smoke. Place the trivet inside. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
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StepSeason the baby back ribs generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Cut the rack in half for easier handling. Arrange the ribs in a teepee formation on the trivet, and drizzle a bit of barbecue sauce over each half, allowing it to coat the sides. Secure the lid, ensuring it's properly sealed. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
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StepSelect the 'Meat' setting on your Instant Pot, and set the timer for 30 minutes. Allow the Instant Pot to come to pressure, which will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
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StepAfter the 30-minute cooking cycle, allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes. Then, carefully perform a quick release to vent any remaining pressure (about 5 minutes). Unlock and remove the lid.
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StepPosition an oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler and preheat it. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Transfer the ribs to the prepared sheet, and generously slather with barbecue sauce.
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StepBroil for 5 minutes, then remove from the oven and immediately apply another coat of barbecue sauce. Serve hot, and enjoy! (Cook time: 5 minutes)
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Ernest Reynolds
Jun 26, 2025Next time, I'll try using a different barbecue sauce to experiment with the flavors.
Mervin Becker
Jun 25, 2025The natural pressure release is key! The ribs were perfectly cooked and not tough at all.
Rylan Wiegand
Jun 10, 2025The meat literally fell off the bones! A huge hit at our family BBQ.
Juwan Altenwerth
Jun 6, 2025Make sure to watch the ribs carefully under the broiler – they can burn quickly!
Angie Jacobs
Jun 2, 2025This recipe is a keeper! It's so much faster and easier than smoking ribs.
Columbus Zemlakrice
May 31, 2025These ribs were amazing! So tender and flavorful. The Instant Pot made it so easy!
Brennon Vonrueden
May 20, 2025I added a bit of brown sugar to my dry rub and it was fantastic!
Landen Oreilly
May 19, 2025I was skeptical about using liquid smoke, but it really added a great smoky flavor. My family loved them!