Instant Pot Ribs Recipe Apple Juice

1. Instant Pot Ribs (baby Back Ribs Or Spare Ribs)
2. Easy 4 Ingredient Instant Pot Fall Off The Bone Ribs
3. Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs (plus Slow Cooker Directions)
   1. Easy Instant Pot Bbq Ribs
   2. Fall Off The Bone Instant Pot Ribs
4. Instant Pot Bone In Ribs Recipe
5. Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs
6. Instant Pot Ribs Recipe (video)
   1. Easy Instant Pot Ribs
7. Minute Instant Pot Ribs (extra Juicy)
8. Instant Pot Pork Ribs Recipe

I am of a certain belief that in any healthy relationship, it’s best not to keep score. Unless you are making Instant Pot Ribs, in which case MEGA PARTNER POINTS.

Fall off the bone tender, mega meaty, and destined to elicit serious finger licking, these savory Instant Pot Ribs will make you a fast favorite with whoever is lucky enough to share them with you.

In my case, the lucky recipient was Ben, who often requests my Crockpot Ribs. I plan to cash in the wife points I earned making this Instant Pot version for his help assembling our new patio table.

Instant Pot Ribs (baby Back Ribs Or Spare Ribs)

I can already envision myself serving a batch of Instant Pot Ribs (slathered in homemade barbecue sauce) to friends at a future summer party!

(Remind me to mention the ribs plan to Ben if the table’s assembly “directions” are an Ikea-style sheet of paper with only pictures and no words. Baby backs are my favorite form of bribery.)

Unlike other rib cooking methods, which take hours and require active tending, making ribs in the Instant Pot is hands free and comparably fast.

Easy 4 Ingredient Instant Pot Fall Off The Bone Ribs

In addition to the use of the Instant Pot itself, I have a few key tips to ensure your Instant Pot rib efforts are richly rewarded.

The rib rub recipe I’ve included here uses basic pantry staples you probably already have, like chili powder, garlic powder, and cayenne, to give the ribs loads of flavor.

For a less-fuss approach to rib cooking and easy entertaining, Instant Pot Ribs are hard to beat. If you decide to try them, I’d love to hear what you think!

Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs (plus Slow Cooker Directions)

If your ribs are tough, they likely haven’t been cooked long enough. Try adding a little extra time to help them tenderize.

Yes, ribs can be overcooked in the Instant Pot. That’s why it’s important to follow the recommended cook times in this Instant Pot ribs recipe and perform a natural release at the end.

How to make fall off the bone Instant Pot Ribs. Easy method for baby back or spare ribs. So much faster and the sweet and savory dry rub is to die for!

Easy Instant Pot Bbq Ribs

Serving: 1 (of 4) Calories: 386 kcal Carbohydrates: 16 g Protein: 28 g Fat: 24 g Saturated Fat: 8 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 4 g Monounsaturated Fat: 10 g Trans Fat: 0.2 g Cholesterol: 98 mg Potassium: 481 mg Fiber: 1 g Sugar: 12 g Vitamin A: 1136 IU Vitamin C: 0.3 mg Calcium: 68 mg Iron: 2 mg

Hi, I'm Erin Clarke, and I'm fearlessly dedicated to making healthy food that's affordable, easy-to-make, and best of all DELISH. I'm the author and recipe developer here at and of The Well Plated Cookbook. I adore both sweets and veggies, and I am on a mission to save you time and dishes. WELCOME!These easy-peasy Instant Pot St. Louis ribs are finger-licking good! They’re seasoned with my savory dry rub, then pressure cooked in just 35 minutes with a sweet apple juice base. These ribs come out so tender and delicious, you’ll be able to make restaurant quality ribs any day of the week!

These Instant Pot ribs are so convenient when you don’t feel like heating up your whole kitchen with the oven. They come out  super tender and nearly fall-off-the-bone in less time than the oven. These ribs come out so flavorful and moist,  with a bit of crispy charred edges and caramelized BBQ sauce from the broiler.  They are a lot less expensive than take out too.  Enjoy them at home or bring them to any potluck or bbq event!

Instant Pot Ribs Recipe (tender & Juicy!)

Apple Juice – Using juice as the liquid base, which adds a sweetness to the meat while cooking and helps to tenderize the thicker parts of the meat.

2). Slice the ribs into two or three portions, to lay flat and fit inside your Instant Pot. Pat dry the ribs and rub the dry seasoning evenly onto the ribs.

3). Add the apple juice to the Instant Pot, the liquid should cover the bottom two layers of the ribs. (It’s OK if the thinnest layer of ribs isn’t submerged). Cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.

Fall Off The Bone Instant Pot Ribs

4). Let it naturally release, carefully remove the ribs, and place on a baking sheet. Rub BBQ sauce evenly over the ribs and broil for 4-5 minutes, or until you get a nice char.

Serve it with a side of rice pilaf, refreshing cold orzo salad or fresh roasted beet salad, add additional bbq sauce to taste and dig in!

You need at least 1 cup for the instant pot to pressurize, and at least 2 cups to ensure coverage of the thick pieces of meat. 

Instant Pot Bone In Ribs Recipe

With this recipe, you do not need a trivet. I’ve found I get more tender meat from submerging the larger pieces in liquid, rather than steaming them. 

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Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

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These easy restaurant quality Instant Pot St. Louis ribs are finger-licking delicious! They’re seasoned with a savory dry rub, then pressure cooked in just 35 minutes with a sweet apple juice base.

Serving: 4 people Calories: 904 kcal Carbohydrates: 59 g Protein: 38 g Fat: 57 g Saturated Fat: 18 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 10 g Monounsaturated Fat: 20 g Trans Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 191 mg Sodium: 2685 mg Potassium: 953 mg Fiber: 2 g Sugar: 49 g Vitamin A: 1129 IU Vitamin C: 2 mg Calcium: 92 mg Iron: 3 mgMelt in your mouth tender. These Instant Pot Pork Ribs with Apple Juice will blow your mind. Super to make, have delicious fall-off-the-bone ribs in less than 1 hour.

Instant Pot Ribs Recipe (video)

The Instant Pot is a great appliance to have in your kitchen. The high-pressure system cuts cooking time significantly and makes the toughest meat bone tender. I use it all the time for stews, beef short ribs, or any ribs.

My Instant Pot is about 7 years old – it’s so old. It is definitely a quality product. There are so many other brands these days for high pressure cooker. Another great brand is Ninja Foodi. When you are looking for an electric pressure cooker, make sure there is a really safe pressure release.

Flora Farms is a 150-acre farm in the foothills of the sierra in San Jose del Cabo, about 25 minutes from Cabo San Lucas is one of my favorite places in the world. This place has the most incredible farm-to-table restaurant.

Easy Instant Pot Ribs

I fell in love with their cocktails, sunset, rescued dogs that run around freely, nightly live bands, and of course, the FOOD. One that stands out the most is the pork chop with their house-made BBQ sauce. I asked the server what was in the sauce. I was surprised when he told me how simple the ingredients were. Tomatoes, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, star anise. They only use the BEST ingredients from their farm.

You can use any type of ribs. Spare ribs or Louis-style ribs. However, the baby back is the best. It is arguably the most tender part.

If you don’t have apple juice, 1 cup of water plus 2 tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar should be just as well. I have read in other blogs that they have tried Dr. Pepper, beef broth, or whatever liquid you can think of.

Instant Pot Ribs For Barbecue In A Hurry

Try my Flora Farms BBQ Sauce copycat recipe. You can use your own homemade bbq sauce or use your favorite BBQ sauce from the grocery store.

I personally like the BAKE IT METHOD. It is so much easier. Put aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy clean up.

TOP TIP: I make the ribs the night before, and I let them rest in the fridge overnight. The next day, it is easier to manage and will not break apart.

Boneless Bbq Beef Ribs

1.5 – 2 cups BBQ sauce (You can use your own homemade bbq sauce or use your favorite BBQ sauce from the grocery store)

5.    When the pressure cooking is complete, either use the quick release or let it come to a natural release (around 20 minutes).

*TIP*: I make the ribs the night before and I let them rest in the fridge overnight. The next day, it is easier to manage and will not break apart.

Minute Instant Pot Ribs (extra Juicy)

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Instant Pot Pork Ribs Recipe

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