Imagine sinking your teeth into fall-off-the-bone tender beef spare ribs that are packed with incredible flavor and ready in less time than it takes to watch your favorite TV show! These Instant Pot Beef Spare Ribs are about to revolutionize your dinner game, transforming ordinary weeknight meals into a restaurant-quality feast that will have your family begging for seconds. With a perfect blend of savory spices and a mouthwatering barbecue glaze, these ribs are so delicious, they'll make your taste buds dance with joy!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef spare ribs
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove beef spare ribs from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
- Pat ribs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring better seasoning adherence.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create a dry rub seasoning.
- Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the dry rub seasoning, massaging the spices into the meat.
- Pour beef broth into the Instant Pot inner pot, creating a liquid base for cooking.
- Place seasoned ribs vertically in the Instant Pot, standing them against the sides of the pot.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set valve to sealing position, and select Manual/Pressure Cook mode.
- Set cooking time to 45 minutes at high pressure, allowing the ribs to become tender and flavorful.
- Once cooking completes, allow natural pressure release for 10-15 minutes.
- Carefully remove ribs and place on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
- Brush ribs generously with barbecue sauce and soy sauce mixture.
- Optional: Broil ribs in oven for 3-5 minutes to caramelize sauce and create slight charring.
- Let ribs rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving hot.
Tips
- Room Temperature Magic: Always let your ribs sit out for 15-20 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking and maximum tenderness.
- Dry Rub Technique: Pat the ribs completely dry before applying the seasoning. This helps the spices adhere better and creates a more flavorful crust.
- Vertical Placement Matters: Standing the ribs vertically in the Instant Pot allows for more even cooking and helps the meat become incredibly tender.
- Natural Pressure Release: Don't rush the pressure release! The 10-15 minute natural release helps the meat continue cooking and become extra tender.
- Broiling Bonus: The optional broiling step is a game-changer - it caramelizes the sauce and adds a delightful crispy exterior to your ribs.
- Resting is Crucial: Always let the ribs rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum flavor and tenderness.Pro Tip: If you prefer a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper to your dry rub or mix some hot sauce into the barbecue sauce for an extra zing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 431kcal
Carbohydrates: 17g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 96mg
