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Air fryer BBQ baby back ribs bring big flavor and soft meat. The ribs taste sweet and smoky, with a rich, sticky sauce. This dish fits family dinners, game day, and weekend meals with friends. Kids like the bold taste, and adults enjoy the deep, warm notes. Serve with corn, slaw, baked beans, or fries. Add pickles for a bright, sharp bite.

Air Fryer BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Air Fryer BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Savor tender Air Fryer BBQ Baby Back Ribs. Coated in tangy sauce, air – fried to crispy – caramelized perfection, a finger – licking delight.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours

Equipment

Ingredients  

For the Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp White Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Crushed Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt

For the Ribs

  • 1/3 cup Barbecue Sauce
  • 2 pounds Pork Ribs

Instructions 

  • Strip membrane from the back of ribs. Cut ribs into 4 equal portions.
    2 pounds Pork Ribs
  • Combine brown sugar, white sugar, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, granulated garlic, pepper, cumin, onion powder, and salt in a small bowl.
    1 tbsp White Granulated Sugar, 1 tsp Paprika, 1 tbsp Brown Sugar, 1 tsp Garlic Powder, 1 tsp Crushed Black Pepper, 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin, 1/2 tsp Onion Powder, 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of the ribs.
  • To ensure accurate temperature readings, insert the probe into the center of the pork, making sure that the safety notch is completely inside the food. Use tin foil to wrap the seasoned ribs.
  • Carefully add the ribs to the basket. Place the basket back into the air fryer.
  • Press the "Start Cooking" button on the app, or press the MANUAL button on the panel to set the probe's target temperature to 165℉/74℃. There will be a sound prompt when the target temperature is reached.
    Probe Settings: Manual Mode, 165℉/74℃
    Air Fryer Settings: Roast Mode, 350℉/175℃
  • Using tongs, carefully remove the pork and transfer it to a heat resistant surface. Carefully remove the foil and probe.
  • Brush the pork ribs with barbecue sauce, return the ribs to the basket and return the basket to the air fryer to continue cooking.
  • Using tongs, carefully remove the pork and transfer it to a heat resistant surface.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 2043kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 100gFat: 150gSaturated Fat: 48gPolyunsaturated Fat: 25gMonounsaturated Fat: 55gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 508mgSodium: 8482mgPotassium: 1911mgFiber: 3gSugar: 56gVitamin A: 1222IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 170mgIron: 8mg

(Nutrition information is calculated automatically by Spoonacular API and should be considered an estimate.)