Best 5 Air Fryer Back Rib Recipes

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Are you tired of the same old boring back ribs? Ready to take your taste buds on an exciting ride? Brace yourself for an extraordinary culinary adventure with our curated selection of delectable air fryer back rib recipes. In this article, we'll guide you through a symphony of flavors that will transform your perception of this classic dish. From tantalizingly tender ribs slathered in sweet and tangy sauces to crispy, smoky ribs infused with aromatic herbs and spices, we'll reveal the secrets to creating mouthwatering back ribs that will have your family and friends begging for more. So grab your air fryer and prepare to embark on a journey of flavor exploration that will leave you craving for seconds!

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AIR FRYER RIBS RECIPE (+VIDEO)



Air Fryer Ribs Recipe (+VIDEO) image

These are the best Air Fryer Ribs - so tender and fall-off-the-bone delicious! It's a super easy recipe that takes less than 40 minutes to make. Baby back ribs are seasoned with a simple dry rub, and then cooked in the air fryer, finally coated with a homemade sticky barbecue sauce. They are juicy, finger-licking good pork ribs and so addictive!

Provided by Izzy

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds baby back pork ribs ((1 rack))
3 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Remove the membrane: Peel off the silverskin from the back of the ribs.
  • Cut the rack of pork ribs into 2-3 sections so that it can fit into your air fryer basket.
  • Make the spice rub: In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper and cumin.
  • Season the baby back ribs: Pat the ribs dry and rub the ribs on all sides with the spice rub.
  • Cook the ribs in the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F/190°C for a few minutes. Once hot, place the ribs into the basket with the meat side down and cook for 15 minutes. (It's important to let the air fryer to heat up first to avoid the ribs from sticking to the basket.)
  • Flip the ribs using kitchen tongs, and cook for 10 more minutes at 375°F/190°C.
  • Make the BBQ sauce: While the ribs are cooking, you can add bbq sauce ingredients in a saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
  • Brush with BBQ sauce: Remove the basket from the air fryer and brush generously with barbecue sauce on all sides.
  • Place the basket back in the air fryer and cook for 3-5 more minutes at 400°F/200°C, or until the sauce has set and darkened slightly. (It may take more or less time based on the thickness or your ribs)
  • Remove the ribs from the basket and let them rest for 5 minutes so that the juices can redistribute through the meat. Feel free to brush with more barbeque sauce if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 42 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 148 mg, Sodium 935 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AIR FRYER BBQ BABY BACK RIBS



Air Fryer BBQ Baby Back Ribs image

These air-fried ribs are about as close to the low and slow as you can get without all the wait! The rub creates a great color and gives a nice bark.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Baby Back Ribs

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds baby back pork ribs
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon granulated onion
¼ teaspoon Greek seasoning
⅓ cup barbeque sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Strip the membrane from the back of the ribs, cut the ribs into 4 equal portions.
  • Combine brown sugar, white sugar, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, granulated garlic, pepper, cumin, onion, and Greek seasoning in a small bowl. Rub spice mixture all over the ribs and place in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook ribs in the air fryer for 30 minutes, turning after 15 minutes. Brush with barbeque sauce and air fry for 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 175.5 mg, Fat 44.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 36.5 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 415.1 mg, Sugar 12 g

AIR FRYER RIBS



Air Fryer Ribs image

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds pork back ribs
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Steps:

  • Cut the rack of ribs in small sections such that they fit your air fryer basket.
  • Season all sides generously with salt and pepper.
  • Place the ribs with the meaty side down in the air fryer basket. Set the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and the timer to 20 minutes.
  • Flip the ribs over at the 10 minutes mark using a pair of tongs. Cook for the remaining 10 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to test for doneness. It should be at least 190 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Brush the ribs with BBQ sauce and cook for 5 more minutes, still with the meaty side facing up, at the same temperature (400 degrees Fahrenheit).
  • Transfer the ribs onto a serving plate and let them rest for 5 minutes for the juices to redistribute through the meat. Brush with more BBQ sauce, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635 cal

AIR FRYER BABY BACK RIBS



Air Fryer Baby Back Ribs image

Who would have thought you can prep and cook your ribs in less than an hour? Well now you can using an air fryer. Quick and easy for a weeknight dinner.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 rack baby back ribs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring
1 tablespoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 cup BBQ sauce

Steps:

  • Remove membrane from back of ribs and dry ribs with a paper towel. Cut rack into 4 pieces. Mix olive oil and liquid smoke in a small bowl and rub on both sides of the ribs.
  • Combine brown sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and chili powder in a bowl. Season both sides of the ribs generously with seasoning mix. Let ribs rest for 30 minutes to enhance the flavor.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place ribs bone-side down in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching; cook in batches if necessary.
  • Cook for 15 minutes. Flip ribs over (meat-side down) and cook an additional 10 minutes. Remove ribs from air fryer and brush bone-side of ribs with 1/2 cup BBQ sauce. Place basket back in the air fryer and cook for 5 minutes. Flip ribs over, brush meat-side with remaining 1/2 cup BBQ sauce; cook an additional 5 minutes or until desired char is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 87.6 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1069.8 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

AIR FRYER RIBS



Air Fryer Ribs image

The air fryer makes these ribs a snap to fix and cook, and they come out tender and juicy every time.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 42m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds pork ribs
2 teaspoons barbecue seasoning (or seasoning for pork)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup barbecue sauce ( store-bought or homemade )

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients. Set the air fryer temperature to 370 F and preheat for 10 minutes.
  • Cut the slab of ribs into 4 pieces. Rub them all over with the barbecue seasoning mixture, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  • Spray the air fryer basket lightly with vegetable oil spray or rub it with a paper towel dipped in a small amount of vegetable oil. Place the ribs in the basket, meaty side down. Cook the ribs for 20 minutes.
  • Flip the ribs over and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Brush the ribs with some of the barbecue sauce and cook for about 2 minutes longer.
  • Cut the ribs into smaller portions and serve with extra barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1175 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 318 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 64 g, SaturatedFat 28 g, Sodium 969 mg, Sugar 16 g, Fat 94 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose baby back ribs for the best results, as they are more tender and flavorful than spare ribs.
  • Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs before cooking to help them cook more evenly and be more tender.
  • Season the ribs generously with your favorite spices and seasonings before cooking.
  • Preheat your air fryer to the desired temperature before adding the ribs.
  • Cook the ribs in the air fryer for the recommended amount of time, or until they are cooked through and tender.
  • Baste the ribs with barbecue sauce or glaze during the last few minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
  • Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

Cooking back ribs in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to enjoy this classic dish. With just a few simple steps, you can have perfectly cooked ribs that are tender, flavorful, and fall-off-the-bone delicious. So next time you're craving ribs, give this air fryer recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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