How to Make Instant Pot Ribs - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a juicy, fall-off-the-bone rack of ribs. And now, with the Instant Pot, you can achieve that mouthwatering result in a fraction of the time it takes for traditional methods of cooking ribs. The Instant Pot's pressure cooking abilities ensure that the meat becomes incredibly tender without the need for hours of slow cooking or smoking.

Whether you're planning a backyard barbecue or just craving some comfort food, this Instant Pot ribs r...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups apple juice
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
  • 2 bay leaves, or more to taste
  • 2 racks baby back pork ribs

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine juice, vinegar, and liquid smoke in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add bay leaves.
  • Add a trivet to the pot and place ribs on top, trimming as needed to fit. Close and lock the lid; set valve to sealing. Choose high pressure and set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Nutrition

    336 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 77mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 314mg