Air Fryer Ribs

47 mins
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs.
  2. 2Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs.
  3. 3Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs.
  4. 4Pat ribs dry with paper towels.
  5. 5Pat ribs dry with paper towels.
  6. 6Pat ribs dry with paper towels.
  7. 7Rub ribs with olive oil.
  8. 8Rub ribs with olive oil.
  9. 9Rub ribs with olive oil.
  10. 10Mix spices and coat ribs evenly on all sides.
  11. 11Mix spices and coat ribs evenly on all sides.
  12. 12Mix spices and coat ribs evenly on all sides.
  13. 13Let sit for 10–20 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
  14. 14Let sit for 10–20 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
  15. 15Let sit for 10–20 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
  16. 16Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F).
  17. 17Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F).
  18. 18Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F).
  19. 19Place ribs in basket (cut if needed to fit).
  20. 20Place ribs in basket (cut if needed to fit).
  21. 21Place ribs in basket (cut if needed to fit).
  22. 22Cook for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  23. 23Cook for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  24. 24Cook for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  25. 25Brush ribs with BBQ glaze.
  26. 26Brush ribs with BBQ glaze.
  27. 27Brush ribs with BBQ glaze.
  28. 28Increase temperature to 190°C (375°F).
  29. 29Increase temperature to 190°C (375°F).
  30. 30Increase temperature to 190°C (375°F).
  31. 31Cook for another 8–12 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
  32. 32Cook for another 8–12 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
  33. 33Cook for another 8–12 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
  34. 34Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  35. 35Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  36. 36Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  37. 37Serve with extra sauce on the side.
  38. 38Serve with extra sauce on the side.
  39. 39Serve with extra sauce on the side.

Ingredients

  • 1 rack pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
  • 1 rack pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
  • 1 rack pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika (smoked if possible)
  • 1 tsp paprika (smoked if possible)
  • 1 tsp paprika (smoked if possible)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional for heat)
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional for heat)
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional for heat)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional for caramelization)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional for caramelization)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional for caramelization)
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 Pinch chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 Pinch chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 Pinch chili flakes (optional)

Equipment

air fryerpaper towels

Tips

  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer—cook in batches if needed
  • Low-temp first = tenderness, high-temp finish = caramelization
  • Add a splash of liquid smoke to BBQ sauce for grill-like flavor
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