5 Delicious Ways to Cook Instant Pot Ribs

The traditional methods of slow roasting or smoking mouth-watering ribs can take hours. Fortunately, the Instant Pot is a game-changer when it comes to cooking ribs, delivering tender and flavorful meat in a fraction of the time.

Whether you prefer baby back, spare, or beef ribs, the Instant Pot can handle them all with ease. We’ll explore some of the best recipes for Instant Pot ribs that will help you skip the low and slow on the grill and go straight to fall-apart tender in less than half the time.

Beef ribs, baby back ribs, and boneless pork ribs.

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Get Prepared With Dry Rub & BBQ Sauce

Don’t forget the dry rub and BBQ sauce! You’re going to need a really tasty dry rub to put on the ribs before they go into the Instant Pot to give them that intense flavor that usually comes from the grill. And when they come out of the Instant Pot, you can still slather them with tasty BBQ sauce and give them a quick char under the broiler.

Perfectly-Balanced Homemade Dry Rub

The key to adding intense flavor to meat is in the rub. A perfectly balanced dry rub does wonders for the flavor, but also seals in the juices and keeps the meat from drying out.

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Irresistible Smoky Bourbon BBQ Sauce

You’ll never buy pre-made BBQ sauce again. This smoky bourbon BBQ sauce is irresistibly spicy, tangy and sweet. It’s the perfect accompaniment to pulled pork, pork ribs and chicken wings.

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Delicious Instant Pot Ribs

Instant Pot Beef Ribs

These Instant Pot Beef Ribs are cooked to tender in the Instant Pot in just 25 minutes, then slathered in BBQ sauce for a tasty and satisfying meal.

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Instant Pot Boneless Pork Ribs

These Instant Pot Boneless Pork Ribs are so juicy and tender and they only require three ingredients to make: pork ribs, dry rub, and water.

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Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

These Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs are cooked to tender in the Instant Pot then grilled.

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Instant Pot Short Ribs

These Instant Pot Short Ribs take just 60 minutes to make in the Instant Pot.

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Instant Pot Country Style Ribs

These Instant Pot Country Style Ribs are the way to go for tender, juicy ribs that are practically falling off the bone. You can then put them under the broiler or on the grill to finish them.

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You can serve this dish with any side dish you like. That’s the best part – they go with everything.

Try serving them with these sides that you can also make in the Instant Pot:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ribs can I cook in an Instant Pot?

The number of ribs you can cook in an Instant Pot will depend on the size of your Instant Pot. As a general rule, you can fit 3-4 pounds of ribs in a 6-quart Instant Pot and 4-5 pounds in an 8-quart Instant Pot. Don’t fill it past the max fill line.

Can I skip the natural pressure release?

It can be a bit frustrating to have to wait the entire 25 minutes it takes to naturally release the pressure from the Instant Pot. However, when cooking meat that you want to be tender, it’s better to allow the pressure to naturally release.

This is because the meat needs a resting period to relax and rest. If you’re really strapped for time, you can cut down the pressure release time to 15 minutes and it won’t negatively affect the outcome.

Can I adjust the amount of spices in the rub to suit my taste?

Yes, you can adjust the amount of spices in the marinade to your liking, adding more or less depending on your preference. It’s not meant to be especially hot. If you want more heat, make sure the chili powder you use is hot, or add cayenne pepper instead.