Juicy, tender, and full of flavor, these air fryer ribs cook fast and come out perfectly every time. The ultimate shortcut to delicious BBQ-style ribs at home.
Air Fryer Ribs
Juicy, tender, and full of flavor, these air fryer ribs cook fast and come out perfectly every time. The ultimate shortcut to delicious BBQ-style ribs at home.
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Yields:
4 serving(s)
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp. kosher salt
- 2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. mustard powder
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 (2½- to 3-pound) rack baby back ribs
- 1/2 c. barbecue sauce, plus more for serving
Directions
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Step 1Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 350˚F if required. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
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Step 2Flip the rack of ribs bone-side up and use a knife to loosen the membrane, then pull it off, using a paper towel grip if needed. Cut into 2 or 3 pieces so they fit in the air fryer basket. Rub the ribs all over with the spice blend.
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Step 3Arrange the ribs bone-side down in the air fryer basket, allowing them to overlap slightly if necessary. Cook, flipping halfway through, until the ribs are browned and tender, about 35 minutes.
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Step 4Remove the ribs from the air fryer. Brush both sides of the ribs with the barbecue sauce, then return them to the air fryer, bone-side down. Cook until the sauce is bubbling and dark, about 7 minutes more. Serve the ribs with additional barbecue sauce.