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Pork Ribs vs Beef Ribs: Different Types Of Ribs And How To Cook Them

Andrea + Stef — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 20:34:23 +0000

It doesn’t matter if you cook ribs in the oven, on the grill or in a smoker they are always a big crowd pleaser. The secret to perfect ribs is usually a low and slow cooking process that tenderizes the meat and makes it fall off the bone. However, if you want your ribs to be done a lot faster, you can cook them in an air fryer or Instant Pot. They still come out perfectly delicious! Let’s take a look at all the different types of ribs, so you can decide which kind is perfect for you!

What Different Styles Of Ribs Are There?

Generally speaking there are two types of ribs, beef and pork. However, there are different types of cuts of each. Below we outline the different types of pork and beef rib cuts, what the meat is like and how to cook each.

Different Types Of Pork Ribs

Pork ribs are the most popular type of rib. They are meaty and come out tender, flavorful and absolutely mouthwatering. There are four different types of ribs that come from different parts of the pig. The type of pork ribs does not have to do with the size of the pig but rather the part of the pig the cut comes from.

Baby Back Ribs

Even though their name might suggest different, baby back ribs do not come from baby pigs or young pigs. They are simply smaller/shorter than spareribs and therefore called baby back.

Other Names: back ribs, pork loin ribs, Canadian back ribs

Rib Cut: Baby back ribs are cut from the high back/loin area of pigs. Back ribs have little cartilage and their bones have a slight curve.

Type of Meat: They are the leanest kind of pork ribs, with lots of loin muscle (meat) on top and less between the bones. Baby backs are the most expensive kind of pork ribs. The tender meat and less fatty bits means the ribs are in high demand and have a higher price tag.

Cooking Methods: There are many great ways to cook a rack of baby back ribs. Remove the membrane before cooking. Try cooking them in the smoker, oven, air fryer or on the grill.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: Have you tried our juicy and perfectly cooked Air Fryer Ribs? They are seasoned with a flavorful homemade spice rub and covered in scrumptious bbq sauce. Air fried ribs are incredibly easy to make and ready to serve in under 40 minutes.

St. Louis-Style Ribs

St. Louis ribs got their name from meat processing plants in the St. Louis area. They started to trim a rack of spare ribs down to rectangular shape by cutting away the hard breastbone and cartilage.

Rib Cut: St. Louis style ribs are cut from the belly area of a pig and are basically trimmed spareribs.

Type of Meat: Louis style ribs have more meat between the bones and also more fat compared to a baby back rib rack. They are trimmed to an almost rectangular shape and the bones are flatter than in back ribs. This makes them easier to work with and brown easier.

Cooking Methods: Remove the membrane (silver skin) before cooking. Cook these ribs in the smoker, in the oven or on the grill.

Spare Ribs

In general, spare ribs are meatier but less tender than baby back ribs. They do contain more fat which results in added flavor when cooked.

Rib Cut: Spare ribs come from the end of a hog’s rib cage after the bacon is removed.

Type of Meat: Because they are from the belly area of pigs, they are meaty but also have more fatty tissue than back ribs. Additionally the belly of the pig has more cartilage and connective tissue.

Cooking Methods: Remove the membrane on the bone side of the ribs before you cook. Cook spare ribs low and slow to break down the connective tissue. Cook in a smoker, oven or on the grill.

Country-Style Ribs

Even though a lot of people don’t consider country-style ribs “true” ribs, their meat has much the same qualities as a true rack of ribs does. Boneless country-style ribs are actually not from the rib area of the animal. They do not contain any rib bones.

Cut: This budget-friendly cut really comes from the shoulder area.

Type of Meat: Country style meat is a mixture of light and dark meat with a nice marbling of fat.

Cooking Methods: Country-style ribs are best cooked long and slow in the smoker, oven or crockpot. Moreover, they are also the perfect cut of meat for braising. For a quicker cooking process try making them in the Instant Pot.

Prepping country style ribs for the Instant Pot recipe.

Stef says….

I have to admit I was the biggest skeptic but am now a firm believer in air fryer baby back ribs! I was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved these. I’ve found a new favorite way to make ribs!

Different Types Of Beef Ribs

There are also different types of beef ribs. The type of rib has to do with where the meat is cut from the cow. You can buy different cuts of ribs ribs from your local butcher or from most grocery store meat departments.

Short Ribs

Short ribs get their name from the fact that they are generally not longer than 2-3 inches and are a smaller size than other beef ribs.

Other Names: dino ribs, dinosaur ribs, short plate ribs, chuck short ribs

Rib Cut: Short ribs can refer to ribs from two different places on the cow, the sub-primal area (lower part of a cow’s rib cage) and the arm chuck primal area (rib area more toward the shoulder). Short ribs or plate ribs come from the lower part of a cow’s rib cage while chuck short ribs come from the chuck primal area.

Type of Meat: They are usually very meaty and marbled with fat. The meat sits on top of the bone. Additionally, they have a layer of fat and lots of connective tissue.

Cooking Method: These ribs are cooked differently depending on the type of short rib. Plate short ribs are cut in 3-bone slabs, about 5-inches long. Smoke low and slow like you would brisket. Chuck short ribs are usually cut in 4-bone slabs or in single bone cuts called “English Cut”. Untrimmed 4 bone slabs are referred to as “Dino” ribs. Braise chuck short ribs, do not smoke.

Short ribs.

Flanken-Style Ribs

Other Names: Beef galbi or “Kalbi”, L.A. Style ribs

Rib Cut: Flanken-style ribs come from the same section as beef chuck short ribs, but are cut differently. Instead of being cut along the bone they are cut across. This means there are usually a couple of small bones in each rib piece.

Type of Meat: Flanken-style ribs are very meaty, have some fat and lots of connective tissue. They are very popular in Korean BBQ dishes as well as in some Mexican dishes.

Cooking Method: Cook this beef by searing and cooking hot and fast.

Flanken-style ribs.

Beef Spare Ribs

Beef spare ribs are the same cut of meat as flanken ribs and short ribs. The difference is how they’re cut. While short ribs are cut into 3-inch long pieces, the spare ribs are cut into 6-inch long rib pieces.

Beef Back Ribs

Rib Cut: Beef back ribs come from the back of cows, right behind the shoulder area. They are what is leftover after the butcher cuts away the prime rib roast.

Type of Meat: Although tasty, they have less meat, which sits mostly in between the bones, than the other kinds of beef ribs. These ribs are cheaper because they are mostly bone.

Do Beef Ribs And Pork Ribs Taste Different?

The main differences between pork ribs and beef ribs is that pork ribs are usually leaner than beef ones and more mild in flavor. Their taste compares to pork chops. The meat on beef ribs is usually more marbled and therefore has an intense beef flavor that compares to steak or brisket.

What Is A Rack Of Ribs?

Racks of ribs are groups of ribs cut by the butcher. They contain at least 8 ribs and up to 13 ribs, connected. You can usually find 10-13 on a typical commercial rack of ribs. A half rack of ribs is half of a rack of ribs, anywhere from 4 to 7 ribs.

Andrea says….

You haven’t had delicious ribs until you’ve had these Dry Rub Recipe For Baby Back Ribs cooked in the oven. They’re easy to make any time of year and are tender enough to fall off the bone. You can’t beat this flavor! If you love a saucy rib this is for you. Just rub the ribs with my rub made of brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt and BBQ sauce. Then wrap in aluminum foil and cook to perfection with my favorite cooking method!

The Best Side Dishes To Serve With Ribs:

We love serving ribs with Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Mac and Cheese, Chili Mac, Chili, Baked Beans, Crispy Garlic French Bread, Cornbread Muffins and French Fries.

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Air Fryer – This recipe requires an air fryer. We have both this Cosori air fryer, which is wonderful, and this Cuisinart Air Fryer, which we also love. The Cuisinart also has convection oven and toaster oven capacity. You can buy an air fryer with a basket with high sides that food goes into or a tray type of machine. The trays are shallow but are usually longer and can accomodate more food in a single layer.

Instant Pot– This recipe requires an Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker. This Instant Pot isn’t the fanciest you can buy but we love it and it will work for most people’s needs. If you’re looking for one with all the bells and whistles, this 10-in-1 Instant Pot is amazing. Make sure your sealing ring is in good shape. You can buy replacement silicone sealing rings if you need one. These seal the pot and keep the pressure inside the machine.

How To Store Ribs

Refrigerate: Store cooked rib leftovers in an airtight container or ziplock bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: You can freeze leftover ribs in a freezer safe container or ziploc bag for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw ribs in the fridge overnight.

How To Reheat

Reheat leftover ribs in the microwave, in the oven or in the air fryer. Reheating may dry out the meat so we recommend wrapping in foil and heating in the oven at 350°F until the meat is hot.

Oven cooked baby back ribs

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love meatier ribs then you’ll love our incredibly tender and flavorful Instant Pot Country-Style Ribs smothered in barbecue sauce. They are super easy to prepare, come out juicy and fall apart in your mouth.

Common Questions

Is it better to remove the membrane from ribs?

We recommend removing the membrane (or silvery skin at the back of the ribs) before seasoning and cooking them. The membrane keeps the seasoning and heat from properly penetrating the meat and also turns into an unappetizing looking and leathery skin during cooking.

What are the cheapest type of ribs?

In general, beef ribs are a bit more expensive than pork ribs. If you are buying pork ribs you will find that country-style ribs are very budget friendly, however, they are not “real” ribs. Comparing the other three kinds of “true” pork ribs, you will find that baby back ribs are the priciest, followed by St. Louis-style ribs and spareribs are the cheapest ones.

What are the meatiest type of ribs?

Country-style ribs are by far the meatiest type of pork rib, as they are boneless. However, if we take a look at “true” ribs, spareribs and St. Louis-style ribs are the ones that have the most meat. When it comes to beef, short ribs are the ones that have the most meat.

What are the best ribs to BBQ?

We recommend using either spareribs or St. Louis-style ribs for grilling. They have a higher fat content that melts away during grilling, leaving you with juicy and flavorful ribs.

What are the best ribs to smoke?

There is no definite answer to this question, as baby back ribs, spareribs and St. Louis-style ribs all come out absolutely delicious cooked in a smoker. It all comes down to whatever qualities are most important to you. While baby back ribs are more meaty and lean, St. Louis-style ribs and spareribs have more fat, which makes them extra juicy and flavorful.

What are the key differences between beef short ribs vs. back ribs?

Beef short ribs and beef back ribs are both popular beef rib cuts. The main difference between short ribs and back ribs is that back ribs are 6-8 inches long and short ribs are 2-3-inches long. Short ribs have more meat than the beef back ribs. Beef back ribs have meat between the bones, rather than on top of the bones. Short ribs have a layer of fat on top of the meat, usually. Beef back ribs are relatively lean, in comparison.

Ribs with membrane intact.

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Air Fryer Ribs

Andrea + Stef — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 17:20:14 +0000

These perfectly cooked air fryer ribs are tender, juicy and simply fall apart in your mouth. Seasoned with a homemade spice rub and basted with delicious BBQ sauce, these ribs turn out perfect every time and are so full of flavor. They are incredibly easy to make and ready to serve in under 40 minutes. You can therefore make air fryer baby back ribs as a scrumptious weeknight dinner, together with a flavorful salad and a side of crunchy bread. If you love ribs then you have to try this simple and out of this world yummy air fryer ribs recipe.

Are Air Fryer Ribs Actually Good?

The first time we tried making air fryer ribs we made them but had very low expectations. We didn’t think they’d taste good at all. We assumed they’d be dry. Wow were we wrong! The air fryer is a great way to cook ribs, especially if you aren’t cooking a full rack of ribs. We highly recommend this method!

Stef says….

I have to admit I was the biggest skeptic but am now a firm believer in air fryer baby back ribs! I was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved these. I’ve found new favorite ways to make ribs!

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: succulent and tender air fryer bbq ribs that fall apart in your mouth
Main Ingredients: baby back ribs, bbq sauce, brown sugar, sea salt, black pepper, and spices
Cooking Method: air fryer
Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time and 30 minutes cook time
Pairs well with: garlic bread, cornbread, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni salad
Diets: gluten free, dairy free
Special Equipment Needed: air fryer, mixing bowl, pastry brush, instant read thermometer

Ingredients

You may have all of these air fryer ribs ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

Pantry Ingredients: brown sugar, BBQ sauce (use your favorite barbecue sauce or make your own)
Meat Ingredients: rack of baby back ribs
Spices: sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, celery salt, ground mustard, cayenne pepper(optional)

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love serving a delicious salad alongside these juicy ribs then you’ll love Stef’s Artichoke Rice Salad. This is the perfect picnic or potluck salad as it combines Rice a Roni, bacon, artichoke hearts, and green olives for a crunchy, flavorful summer salad.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook baby back ribs in the air fryer, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

PREPARE: First, mix brown sugar and spices together in a bowl. Then coat the ribs with the spice blend and rub it in.

COOK: Next, place ribs in the air fryer basket/tray in a single layer. Cook at 350°F for 20 minutes.

FINISH: Finally, baste all sides of the cooked tender ribs with your favorite bbq sauce and cook at 350° for an additional 10 minutes. Using an instant read thermometer, check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to make sure they are at least 145°F to be safe to eat but are most tender between 185°-200°F. Repeat if you have more ribs to cook. Serve with additional bbq sauce and a paper towel.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love how to cook BBQ ribs in a air fryer then you’ll love our Instant Pot Country Style Ribs. These juicy ribs fall apart in your mouth and are a great alternative to traditional baby back ribs or spareribs, as they are much meatier and budget friendly.

Recommended Tools

Air Fryer – This air fryer pork ribs recipe requires an air fryer. We have both this Cosori air fryer, which is wonderful, and this Cuisinart Air Fryer, which we also love. The Cuisinart also has convection oven and toaster oven capacity.

Pair of Tongs – You will find tongs very helpful when removing hot ribs from the air fryer.

Make Ahead

You can rub the ribs and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking, if you want. Reserve extra BBQ sauce for basting.

How to make ribs in the oven

Follow steps 1 and 2 of your recipe. Then transfer the ribs to a lined or greased baking sheet. Cover with foil and cook in the oven for 2 hours. Take the ribs out of the oven, remove the foil and baste with BBQ sauce. Return to the oven uncovered for another 10 minutes. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best baby back ribs cooked in the air fryer.

Tip: Don’t skip the rub!
Tip: Don’t overcrowd your air fryer tray/basket. Cook your ribs in batches if they don’t all fit easily in the basket. The ribs should not be stacked on top of one another while cooking.
Tip: Do not line your air fryer tray/basket with foil. Allow the air to circulate freely.
Tip: Check the temperature. Use an instant read thermometer to make sure they are cooked.

More Great Recipes

Don’t miss our Instant Pot Country-Style Ribs recipes or our homemade BBQ sauce recipe.

Andrea says….

I love serving ribs with a side of freshly made bread. Soft and delicious recipe of Copycat Lion House Rolls and Cheesy Garlic Rolls with Bacon are my go to recipes. They are flavorful, soft in the middle and crispy on the outside.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store cooled BBQ ribs leftovers in an airtight container or ziplock bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Leftover ribs can also be frozen in a freezer safe container or ziploc bag for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw ribs in the fridge overnight. They can be reheated in the microwave.

More Air Fryer Recipes

Common Questions

Is it better to use store bought or homemade BBQ sauce?

In this case you can use either your favorite brand of store bought or homemade BBQ sauce. If you feel adventurous and want to make this recipe extra special try our quick and easy recipe for homemade BBQ Sauce.

Can I marinate air fryer ribs overnight?

Yes, of course. You can rub the ribs with the spice blend, then cover them tightly and refrigerate until you are ready to cook them. Air fryer ribs can marinate for up to 24 hours.

Are baby back ribs pork or beef?

Baby back ribs come from pigs. Even though their name might suggest different, baby back ribs do not come from young pigs. They are simply smaller/shorter than spareribs and therefore called baby back. They are the leanest kind of ribs and when cooked properly turn out tender and the meat falls off the bone.

Is it better to remove the membrane from ribs?

Can I use spare ribs in this recipe?

You can use any type of rib in this recipe. Cooking time might need to be adjusted because spare ribs are larger than back ribs.

Air Fryer Ribs

Juicy and perfectly cooked air fryer ribs, seasoned with a flavorful homemade spice rub and covered in scrumptious bbq sauce.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose

Keyword air fryer bbq ribs, air fryer ribs, best air fryer ribs recipe, easy air fryer ribs recipe, ribs in the air fryer

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 366kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

Air Fryer
mixing bowl
pastry brush
instant read thermometer

Ingredients

3 lbs rack of baby back ribs divided in half if needed to fit into air fryer
2 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon celery salt
¼ teaspoon ground mustard
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
⅓ cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

Combine brown sugar, sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, celery salt, ground mustard and (optional) cayenne pepper in a bowl.
Rub spices all over the ribs. Coating all sides.
Place ribs in the air fryer basket/tray.
Cook at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Baste all sides of the ribs with BBQ sauce.
Cook at 350° for an additional 10 minutes. Using an instant read thermometer, check the internal temperature to make sure they are at least 165°F.
Repeat if you have more ribs to cook.
Serve.

Notes

If a full rack of ribs is too many for you, add the rub to the ribs then freeze half. When you’re ready to cook them, defrost in the refrigerator and cook as directed when they’re defrosted.
The cayenne pepper makes the ribs slightly spicy. If you don’t like any spice, omit the cayenne.

Nutrition

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Instant Pot Country Style Ribs

Andrea + Stef — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 14:52:40 +0000

These incredibly tender and flavorful Instant Pot country style ribs are super easy to prepare, come out juicy and fall apart in your mouth. They are a great alternative to traditional baby back ribs or spareribs, as they are much meatier and budget friendly.

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You can serve these scrumptious BBQ country style pork ribs with crispy garlic bread, your favorite corn side dish, coleslaw or a crunchy salad. No more need to fire up the grill when you can treat your family with these melt in your mouth tender ribs out of the Instant Pot.

Table Of Contents

WHAT ARE INSTANT POT COUNTRY STYLE RIBS?

❤️ WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS INSTANT POT COUNTRY STYLE RIBS RECIPE

TIPS FOR THE BEST BBQ COUNTRY STYLE RIBS

HOW TO STORE

WHAT TO SERVE WITH BBQ COUNTRY STYLE RIBS

MORE INSTANT POT RECIPES

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Instant Pot Country Style Ribs

WHAT ARE INSTANT POT COUNTRY STYLE RIBS?

Boneless country-style ribs are first rubbed with a flavorful spice blend, and then pressure cooked to tender perfection in the Instant Pot. To finish them off, they are covered with yummy BBQ sauce and browned under the broiler. They are incredibly tender and taste amazing with a side of corn and a salad.

❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS INSTANT POT COUNTRY STYLE RIBS RECIPE

✔️ Notable: This country style ribs recipe is cooked in the Instant Pot and finished under the broiler. The meat will fall apart in your mouth.

✔️ Main Ingredients: Boneless country style ribs, oil, brown sugar, salt, ground mustard, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, beef broth, BBQ sauce. Use your favorite barbecue sauce or make your own.

✔️ Cooking Method: Instant Pot, oven/broiler

✔️ Cooking Time: 45 minutes. Plus 15 minutes natural release time and 10 minutes of broiling.

✔️ Pairs well with: garlic French bread, cornbread muffins, salads

✔️ Diets: dairy free

✔️ Special Equipment Needed: Instant Pot, sheet pan, kitchen tongues, pastry brush

INGREDIENTS

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for country style ribs, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements and printable instructions, see the recipe card below.

You may have all of these Instant Pot ribs ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

Pantry Ingredients: vegetable oil, brown sugar, beef broth, BBQ sauce
Meat Ingredients: country style ribs
Spices: salt, ground mustard, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love BBQ sauce then you’ll love our homemade BBQ sauce.

INSTRUCTIONS

This section shows how to cook country style ribs in the Instant Pot, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

PREPARE: First, mix brown sugar and spices together in a bowl. Then coat the meat with the oil and the spice blend and rub it in.

COOK: Add the seasoned meat to the Instant Pot and pour in the beef broth. Lock the lid, seal to closed and cook on high pressure for 45 minutes. Then allow a 15 minutes natural release.

FINISH: Transfer the cooked ribs to a foil covered baking sheet and brush with BBQ sauce on all sides. Brown for 8-10 under the broiler. Remove the ribs from the oven and serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love BBQ style dishes then you’ll love our Crockpot BBQ Meatballs.

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HOW TO MAKE AHEAD

You can rub the ribs and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking, if you want.

TIPS FOR THE BEST BBQ COUNTRY STYLE RIBS

Follow these tips to make the best Instant Pot ribs.

✔️ Allow 15 minutes of natural release time. It gives the meat time to rest after cooking and ensures extra tenderness.

✔️ Use high quality BBQ sauce. Cover the ribs in your favorite store bought or homemade barbecue sauce.

✔️ Watch the ribs under the broiler. Foods in the broiler can cook and burn very quickly.

HOW TO STORE

Refrigerate: Store cooled BBQ ribs leftovers in an airtight container or ziplock bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Leftover Instant Pot country style ribs can also be frozen in a freezer safe container or ziploc bag for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw ribs in the fridge overnight. They can be reheated in the microwave.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH BBQ COUNTRY STYLE RIBS

We love serving this amazingly delicious Instant Pot dish with crispy Garlic French Bread, Cornbread Muffins, Stef’s Instant Pot Corn on the Cob or a crunchy Chopped Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette.

MORE INSTANT POT RECIPES

The Instant Pot is one of our favorite kitchen appliances because there are endless possibilities of what to make with it. We love making Chicken Soup, Egg Bites, Baked Potatoes and Brown Rice in it.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking this easy country style ribs recipe.

Are country style ribs really ribs?

Boneless country style ribs are actually not from the rib area of the animal. They do not contain any rib bones. This budget-friendly cut is really cut from the shoulder area. It is a mixture of light and dark meat with a nice marbling of fat. Even though they are called ribs, they are much more similar to pork chops.

Is it better to use store bought or homemade BBQ sauce?

Can I marinate country style ribs overnight?

Yes, of course. You can rub the meat with oil and the spice blend. Then cover them tightly and refrigerate until you are ready to cook them. Country style ribs can marinate for up to 24 hours.

Instant Pot Country Style Ribs

These amazingly tender Instant Pot country style ribs are full of flavor and fall apart in your mouth.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword BBQ ribs, Country style ribs cooked in the Instant Pot, easy country style ribs recipe, Instant Pot BBQ ribs, Instant Pot country style ribs

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 55

Natural Release Time 15

Total Time 1 15

Servings servings

Calories 391kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

Instant Pot
sheet pan
kitchen tongues
pastry brush

Ingredients

3-4 lbs boneless country style ribs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 tbsp brown sugar
2 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup beef broth
1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix oil, brown sugar, salt, ground mustard, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika and cayenne pepper.
Coat meat with oil and seasoning and rub in.
Add meat and broth to the Instant Pot.
Lock lid and set seal to closed.
Pressure cook on high pressure for 45 minutes. Natural release for 15 minutes.
Transfer meat (not liquid) to a foil covered baking sheet.
Brush all sides with BBQ sauce.
Broil until the tips begin to brown, about 8-10 minutes.
Remove from the oven and serve.

Notes

You can rub the ribs and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking, if you want.
Serve with additional BBQ sauce for dipping.
You can substitute the beef broth for chicken or vegetable broth if you prefer.
Watch the ribs while they’re broiling closely so you don’t burn them. Foods in the broiler can cook very quickly.

Nutrition

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