Directions
- 1Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs.
- 2Pat ribs dry with paper towels.
- 3Rub ribs with olive oil.
- 4Mix spices and coat ribs evenly on all sides.
- 5Let sit for 10–20 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- 6Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F).
- 7Place ribs in basket (cut if needed to fit).
- 8Cook for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- 9Brush ribs with BBQ glaze.
- 10Increase temperature to 190°C (375°F).
- 11Cook for another 8–12 minutes until sticky and caramelized.
- 12Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 13Serve with extra sauce on the side.
Ingredients
- 1 rack pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked if possible)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional for heat)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional for caramelization)
- 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
- 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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