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Instant Pot BBQ Ribs Dinner

Who says you need to wait all day for fall-off-the-bone ribs? These Instant Pot BBQ ribs are so tender and flavorful, your family will think you've been slaving away for hours! Perfect for those chilly winter nights when you want comfort food without all the fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 racks baby back ribs about 4 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1½ cups BBQ sauce your favorite brand

Method
 

  1. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs (this helps them get super tender). Cut each rack in half to fit in your Instant Pot.
  2. Mix together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over both sides of the ribs.
  3. Pour beef broth into the Instant Pot and place the trivet inside. Stand the rib pieces upright against the sides of the pot (they'll look like they're hugging the edge).
  4. Close the lid, set valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
  5. Carefully remove ribs and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush generously with BBQ sauce.
  6. Broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes until the sauce is caramelized and bubbly. Watch them closely so they don't burn!
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into individual ribs and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.