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Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs, Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender

Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs, Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender deliver a deep, smoky-sweet bite with a brown sugar and chili-spice rub that melts into the meat. Pressure cooking turns the ribs succulent in under an hour, then a quick broil caramelizes a sticky barbecue glaze. Great for weeknight dinners or game-day platters when you want big rib flavor without the long wait.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook40 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs, Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender
  1. 1

    Gather all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine brown sugar, chili powder, parsley, salt, garlic powder, pepper, cumin, onion powder, and paprika with a fork, breaking up any large clumps.

  3. 3

    Rub the spice mixture over both sides of the ribs.

  4. 4

    Set a steam rack inside a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot). Pour water and cider vinegar into the bottom of the pot.

  5. 5

    Lower the ribs into the pot by curving them around the edge. Close and lock the lid. Choose high pressure per the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.

  6. 6

    Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

  7. 7

    Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; place the ribs on the foil. Top with barbecue sauce.

  8. 8

    Broil the ribs until the sauce is bubbling, about 3 minutes.

  9. 9

    Serve and enjoy!