Air Fryer Ribs | How to make tender ribs in an Air Fryer
Air Fryer Ribs in 30 minutes | How to make tender ribs in an Air Fryer
Baby Back Ribs in the air fryer are tender and delicious AND ready in about 30 minutes. Here are a few tips. Check out the video below to see just how easy it is to make these. I own a Power Air Fryer XL 5.3 Quart size.
WATCH THE STEP BY STEP VIDEO AIR FRYER RECIPE BELOW
Start with baby back ribs
Baby back ribs are incredibly tender and need a very short cooking time. Rub the ribs with your favorite seasoning blend. Learn more about the different types of pork ribs in my video below.
DO YOU KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BABY BACK RIBS, SPARE RIBS, AND ST. LOUIS STYLE RIBS? FIND OUT IN THE VIDEO BELOW FOR PORK RIBS 101
Let the ribs sit at room temperature (optional)
If you have time, let the ribs sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. This helps the ribs cook evenly and gives the seasoning time to soak in. This isn’t mandatory but it gives you a nice result.
Cook your Air Fryer Ribs
Since baby back ribs come from a tender part of the pig they don’t need much cooking to get a tender rib. The air fryer heats up quickly so there is no need to pre-heat it. Simply pop the seasoned ribs in the air fryer and cook at 360 degrees for about 30 minutes. Add sauce if you like but I don’t find it necessary at all. The ribs are so juicy and tender on their own.
If you like that recipe you’ll love my
AIR FRYER COUNTRY STYLE RIBS RECIPE
Or TRY THIS AMAZING RECIPE FOR SWEET TEA BRINED FRIED BABY BACK RIBS
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Air Fryer Ribs are perfect any night of the week
This recipe is also paleo, low carb and Whole 30 compliant.
Air Fryer Ribs | How to make tender ribs in an Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 rack of baby back ribs
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/4 -1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Pat the ribs dry and cut the rack of ribs to fit the air fryer if necessary
- season the ribs with the spices
- cook the ribs in the air fryer for 30 minutes at 360 degrees
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Will B.
August 26, 2018 at 5:18 pm (6 years ago)I see you have that DC Mambo Sauce and it made a big difference on the ribs as well.
Demetra Overton
August 29, 2018 at 7:19 pm (6 years ago)Yes, that Mambo sauce is delicious!
Jean Milton
August 12, 2018 at 12:37 am (6 years ago)Hi, I was skeptical about this, but you’ve made a believer out of me!
Demetra Overton
August 17, 2018 at 10:42 pm (6 years ago)Well alright! That’s what I like to hear, Jean! Thanks so much for stopping by
Tom
July 31, 2018 at 7:09 pm (6 years ago)Do you put meat side up or down
Demetra Overton
August 2, 2018 at 2:21 am (6 years ago)Hi Tom, I stand the ribs up in the air fryer. Take a look at the video for the step by step process. Thanks so much for reading
Janet
August 7, 2019 at 8:43 pm (5 years ago)I don’t have a large air fryer. I cannot stand my ribs. How can I get them fully done
Cindy
August 31, 2019 at 4:25 am (5 years ago)BEST ribs Ever! Thank you sooo much!
Demetra Overton
September 4, 2019 at 4:33 pm (5 years ago)Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!
JohnM
June 24, 2018 at 11:50 am (6 years ago)Thanks for the how to, will try this recipe too.
Romeo
June 16, 2018 at 1:46 am (6 years ago)Trying this now… thanks for the post
Demetra Overton
June 17, 2018 at 5:52 pm (6 years ago)Thanks so much for visiting my blog. I hope you enjoy the ribs
Sharon Spencer
July 8, 2018 at 7:55 pm (6 years ago)Sorry for this stupid question. I bought a slab of ribs. Not sure they’re Baby Back Ribs. How much longer would I cook these.
Demetra Overton
July 12, 2018 at 2:00 pm (6 years ago)Hi Sharon. Not a stupid question at all. I would increase the cooking time by five minutes, then check to see if the ribs are done to your liking. If not, just cook in five minute increments until they are done to your liking. Thanks so much for reading
Carmen Boyd
August 18, 2018 at 12:15 am (6 years ago)Thanks for the question Sharonb I had the same question. I am getting ready to cook some now. Will let you all know how they come out.