Get ready for game day with these quick, easy, and incredibly tender Air Fryer BBQ Ribs. This recipe features baby back ribs seasoned with a homemade dry rub and brushed with your favorite BBQ sauce for a sweet, smoky, and sticky flavor combination. Perfect for a hassle-free preparation that doesn't compromise on taste!
Ingredients
- 3-3½ pounds baby back pork ribs
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ⅓ cup BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Air Fryer
- Preheat the air fryer to 370°F for 5 minutes.
- Spray the inner basket of the air fryer with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Prepare the Dry Rub
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cumin.
Step 3: Prepare the Ribs
- Remove the silverskin membrane from the back of the ribs. A sharp knife can help start this process, or ask your butcher to do it for you.
- Cut the ribs into 4 equal portions.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, ensuring they are well coated.
Step 4: Cook the Ribs
- Place the ribs in the air fryer basket, meat side down.
- Cook for 30 minutes, flipping the ribs over after 15 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Step 5: Add BBQ Sauce
- After 30 minutes, brush the ribs with BBQ sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes to get them nicely glazed and sticky.
Step 6: Serve
- Serve the ribs hot, with extra BBQ sauce on the side as desired.
Becky’s Tips
- Membrane Removal: Properly removing the silverskin membrane from the ribs will ensure they are tender and absorb the seasoning better.
- BBQ Sauce: Feel free to use your favorite store-bought BBQ sauce or a homemade version for that personal touch. Adjust the amount based on how saucy you like your ribs.
- Serving Suggestion: These ribs go great with sides such as coleslaw, cornbread, or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 622 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 48g
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 173mg
- Sodium: 1047mg
- Potassium: 725mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 11g
- Vitamin A: 605IU
- Vitamin C: 1mg
- Calcium: 95mg
- Iron: 3mg
Conclusion
Enjoy your game day or any special occasion with these delectably tender Air Fryer BBQ Ribs. This recipe offers a fantastic way to enjoy all the flavors of traditional BBQ with the convenience and quickness of an air fryer. Happy cooking!
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Air Fryer BBQ Ribs Recipe
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Description
These Air Fryer BBQ Ribs deliver all the flavor of traditional barbecued ribs with a fraction of the cooking time. Tender, juicy, and slathered in BBQ sauce, they're a must-try for any rib enthusiast.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds baby back ribs
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- ½ tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. This step is crucial for tender ribs.
- In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cumin.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Cut the ribs into sections that will fit into your air fryer basket.
- Place the rib sections in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush a generous amount of BBQ sauce over the ribs.
- Remove the ribs from the air fryer and let them rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best results, let the ribs sit with the dry rub on them for at least 30 minutes before cooking if time allows.
- You can adjust the spice mix according to your preference or add other favorite spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ pound ribs
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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