These Pressure Cooker BBQ beef ribs are so delicious. The meat is perfectly seasoned, tender, and juicy inside. It's absolutely the best cooking alternative to slow-cooking beef ribs.
You can serve these dry rub bbq beef ribs by themselves or pair them with BBQ sauce. The ultimate BBQ meal to enjoy with friends and family.
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Pressure Cooker BBQ Beef Ribs
In this recipe, you will learn the easiest and fastest way to cook beef ribs. These Instant Pot Beef Short Ribs cook in less than an hour at high pressure. You will save a lot of time in the kitchen compared to the slow cooking method.
You can cook these BBQ Beef Ribs using an Instant Pot or Ninja Foodi or any other electric pressure cooker you may have.
Beef Ribs
Beef ribs come in different cuts and variations, such as flanken cuts, beef ribs, short ribs, and back ribs. These types of ribs are different from each other but taste equally delicious when cooked properly.
Ribs store a lot of fat and collagen in the meat that requires several hours of cooking time (slow cooking) to break down that delicious fat and flavor.
However, cooking beef short ribs in an Instant Pot only takes about 40 minutes of cooking time at high pressure. It's a time saver!
Ingredients
To make these bbq dry rub ribs, you will need beef short ribs, chili powder, ground cumin, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, ground mustard, and paprika.
Brining the Beef Ribs
This recipe requires a brining process to break apart some of the muscle fiber so the meat stays juicy, tender, and moist.
The brining process is pretty simple. You only need to brine the beef with 11/2 teaspoon of salt for about 1-2 hours. I guarantee that you'll have the juiciest beef short ribs ever!
How to Cook BBQ Beef Ribs in an Instant Pot
Step 1. Dry Brine
In a large bowl, add beef short ribs and sprinkle with kosher salt. Stir to combine and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Dry brine for at least 1-2 hours or up to overnight.
Step 2. Season the Beef Short Ribs with Dry Rub
In a medium bowl, add paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, brown sugar, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Rub the beef ribs with the seasoning.
Step 3. Pressure Cook the Ribs
- Add about a cup of water or broth into the Instant Pot. Place the ribs onto the basket.
- Secure the lid and select the "Manual" setting. Cook the ribs for 40 minutes at high pressure. Once the cooking cycle is completed, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.
Step 4. Prepare the BBQ Sauce (Or Use Store-Bought)
- In a medium bowl, add brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, water, paprika, salt, and ketchup. Stir to combine.
FAQ and Cooking Tips
You can keep the leftover beef ribs in the fridge for 3-4 days or up to 6 months in the freezer. You can learn more about it here.
The beef ribs will turn tough if you don't cook them long enough. The longer you cook the ribs, the more tender they will be.
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📖 Recipe
Pressure Cooker BBQ Beef Ribs
Ingredients
- 2¾ pounds beef short ribs
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 2½ teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Method
- In a large bowl, add beef short ribs and kosher salt. Stir to combine. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and dry brine for 1-2 hours or up to overnight.
- In a medium bowl, combine all of the dry rub ingredients. Rub the beef ribs with the seasoning.
- Add a cup of water or broth into the Instant Pot/Ninja Foodi. Place the beef ribs into the trivet or steamer basket. Make sure the ribs are not touching the water. Select the "Manual" setting and cook for 40 minutes. Once the cooking cycle is completed, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes before releasing the remaining pressure.
- Ninja Foodi users: Make sure that your inner pot is dry. Close crisping lid. Select AIR CRISP, set temperature to 390°F, and set time to 15 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin. Open every 3-5 minutes to check for the crispness of your desire.Instant Pot users: Arrange the ribs on the wire rack one above center position inside the broiler. Cook until crisp for a few minutes (about 3 minutes). Watch carefully and do not burn!
- In a medium bowl, add brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, water, paprika, salt, and ketchup. Stir to combine.
- Serve the beef ribs with BBQ sauce. Enjoy!
Anjali says
This recipe was a total time saver and these ribs turned out to be so juicy and tender! Will definitely be making this again soon!
Rika says
Thanks, Anjali! I love cooking with my Instant pot for that reason!
Denay DeGuzman says
This is the ideal weekday meal. Quick and easy to prepare, and so delicious! This recipe's a keeper.
Rika says
Thanks for sharing your feedback, Denay! I am glad that you liked this recipe.
Sonal says
We live using our instant pot for making all our meals. Thanks for sharing another good recipe.
Rika says
You're welcome, Sonal!
Jessica Formicola says
These ribs are so delicious and full of flavor! I love how quick they are ready, too!
Rika says
Thanks, Jessica. I love cooking with my Instant Pot for that reason!
Emily Liao says
Wow! My bbq beef turned out so tender and flavorful!
Rika says
Thanks for sharing your feedback, Emily! I am glad that you liked it.
April says
Thank you for this amazing recipe. We love falling off the bone beef ribs. I will always use this recipe in my instant pot.
Rika says
Hi April,
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback! I love falling off the bone beef ribs too 🙂
Best,
Rika
John Hannah says
Easy to find and clear instructions for a great result. So tender and tasty.😊
Rika says
HiJohn,
I am glad that this recipe turned out well for you. Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. I appreciate it.
Best,
Rika
Chuck says
They turned out great!! Second time making them.Thanks
Rika says
Hi Chuck,
I am glad that this recipe turned out great for you! Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. I appreciate it.
Best,
Rika
Vicki says
I just made this OMG the best beef ribs ever. I added just a light touch of molasses to it. Fantastic would highly recommend.
Rika says
Hi Vicki,
Thanks for sharing your feedback! I am glad that you liked and recommended this beef ribs recipe.
Take care,
Rika
Armie Bumburger says
Thanks for not having 40 pages of the history of bbq, the cow, and your life before giving the recipe! I used a Ninja Foodi and adjusted the recipe for my fodmap diet and it turned out perfectly!
Rika says
Hi Armie,
Thanks for trying and coming back here to share your honest feedback. I am glad that this pressure cooker beef ribs recipe turned out well and fit into your diet.
Best,
Rika