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    Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs

    Aug 24, 2020 · 5 Comments

    August 24, 2020 by Beth 5 Comments

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    Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs on a baking sheet

    These Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs couldn’t be easier. The instant pot saves you hours and you end of with rib that just fall off the bone, every time! And the homemade AIP BBQ Sauce recipe will be a hit with EVERYONE – not just AIP diet eaters.

    AIP BBQ Ribs cut up on a baking sheet

    How long does it take to BBQ ribs?

    Normally it would take about 5-6 hours in the oven to make fall of the bone ribs. And even then, the ‘falling off the bone’ part wasn’t guaranteed. 6 hours is a long time and gives you plenty of room for error. The instant pot takes all the guesswork out of it and you get ribs that just fall off the bone in 45 minutes. Within an hour you can ben licking your fingers and eating up the yummy pork with the sweet BBQ sauce.

    For the record, I found this method for cooking ribs in the instant pot over at my friend Jean’s site, What Great Grandma Ate. I have used the method along with similar ingredients in preparing my recipe. However, I have made adaptations so that it would taste best with my AIP Classic BBQ Sauce. Additionally, I made these ribs along with her White BBQ Sauce recipe for my non-AIP family and they loved it. If you’re intrigued by White BBQ Sauce (and have a few introductions including mustard and pepper under your belt) then I encourage you to check it out and leave a comment (because comments and positive reviews feed food bloggers).

    holding up Instant Pot AIP BBQ Rib

    What kind of ribs do you BBQ?

    My grocery store tends to carry two types of pork ribs: St. Louis Style and Country Style. Country style gives the most meat but it’s also a bit more expensive. Honestly, both types work great for this recipe. I say just get what your budget allows.

    How do you make these Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs?

    1. Place the ribs on a baking sheet and pat dry. Sprinkle the salt, garlic powder, and onion powder over both sides of the ribs and then set aside.

    2. Place the rack in the instant pot along with the apple cider vinegar. Then place the ribs on top of the rack, wrapped around the pot. Cook the ribs on pressure cook for 25 minutes. Once it’s finished cooking, wait 10 minutes then switch then switch to venting (quick release).

    step by step photos of Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs

    3. Preheat the oven broiler. Once the red stopper has dropped on the top of the instant pot, then remove the top.

    4. Place the ribs, meat side up on a baking sheet. Brush with the AIP Classic BBQ Sauce.

    step by step photos of Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs

    5. Place in the broiler for about 5-10 minutes or until the ribs are bubbling and the sauce is dark.

    6. Serve immediately with additional AIP Classic BBQ sauce.

    step by step photo instructions of Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs

    Tips for making the best Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs

    • I use this AIP Classic BBQ Sauce recipe.
    • There’s a film that’s usually over ribs that can be removed for optimal flavor. However, I rarely do it. I always struggle with the time and dexterity needed to remove it.
    • Dig out your instant pot rack for this recipe. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, you can get one here.
    • You don’t need an actually brush to apply the AIP BBQ sauce. You can just spoon it on and then push it around using the back of the spoon. That’s what I did.

    If you like this AIP recipe, then you’ll love these AIP instant pot recipes.

    • Healing Chicken Broth (Slow Cooker, Paleo/AIP)
    • Instant Pot Carrot Ginger Soup
    • Instant Pot Ghee (Please note that this is a reintroduction)
    • Instant Pot Apple Cider
    • AIP Instant Pot Congee
    • AIP Instant Pot Strawberry Rhubarb Compote
    • Instant Pot Apple Butter
    • Instant Pot Chicken Soup

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    Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs close up on baking sheet
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    5 from 3 votes

    Instant Pot AIP BBQ Ribs

    The instant pot makes AIP BBQ Ribs a weeknight recipe. It takes less than an hour (instead of 5) to get this dish on the table. AND the AIP BBQ Sauce recipe is a crowd pleaser. This recipe fits the AIP and Paleo diets.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time45 mins
    Broil Time10 mins
    Total Time1 hr 10 mins
    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 10kcal
    Author: Beth Chen

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Instant Pot Rack
    • Baking Sheet

    Ingredients

    • 1 3-4 pound Pork Ribs Rack
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons Onion Powder
    • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 1 cup AIP Classic BBQ Sauce about 1/2 the recipe

    Instructions

    • Place the ribs on a baking sheet and pat dry. Sprinkle the salt, garlic powder, and onion powder over both sides of the ribs and then set aside.
    • Place the rack in the instant pot along with the apple cider vinegar. Then place the ribs on top of the rack, wrapped around the pot.
    • Cook the ribs on pressure cook for 25 minutes. Once it’s finished cooking, wait 10 minutes then switch then switch to venting (quick release).
    • Preheat the oven broiler. Once the red stopper has dropped on the top of the instant pot, then remove the top.
    • Place the ribs, meat side up on a baking sheet. Brush with the AIP Classic BBQ Sauce.
    • Place in the broiler for about 5-10 minutes or until the ribs are bubbling and the sauce is dark.
    • Serve immediately with additional AIP Classic BBQ sauce.

    Notes

    I use this AIP Classic BBQ Sauce recipe. 
    There’s a film that’s usually over ribs that can be removed for optimal flavor. However, I rarely do it. I always struggle with the time and dexterity needed to remove it.
    Dig out your instant pot rack for this recipe. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, you can get one here. 
    You don’t need an actually brush to apply the AIP BBQ sauce. You can just spoon it on and then push it around using the back of the spoon. That’s what I did.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 10kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 874mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

    Helpful Info for All Recipes

    • I always use extra virgin olive oil in all of my recipes unless stated otherwise.
    • I always use Himalayan sea salt or Celtic sea salt, unless otherwise noted.
    • The majority of my recipes are strict AIP or include notations for reintroductions. However while I make every effort to label non-AIP ingredients and recipes sometimes they slip past me. If you have questions, please ask in advance.

    Did you make this recipe? I love hearing your thoughts on my recipes so please rate and comment below.

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    1. Gordeen Darbee Sherwood says

      August 30, 2022 at 7:38 pm

      I’m fixing these for the first time tonight…

      Reply
      • Beth says

        August 31, 2022 at 5:47 pm

        Yeah!! Enjoy.

        Reply
    2. Carolyn says

      July 16, 2022 at 7:54 pm

      5 stars
      Making these tonight, the bbq sauce is amazing!! 🙂 Curious about increasing the time for two racks of ribs...

      Reply
      • Beth says

        July 25, 2022 at 6:38 pm

        5 stars
        You could double the recipe however, you'd need two instant pots. One instant pot isn't big enough for two racks of ribs.

        Reply
    3. Margaret says

      October 22, 2021 at 10:19 pm

      5 stars
      These just melt in your mouth - scrumptious!

      Reply

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