Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 racks baby back ribs (about 3 pounds)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (out of 5)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Remove ribs from packaging and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Brush ribs generously with sauce.
- Place ribs in air fryer basket and set temperature to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook ribs for 25-30 minutes, or until ribs are fork-tender.
- Remove ribs from air fryer and brush with remaining sauce.
- Return ribs to air fryer and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until desired doneness is reached.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/4 rack):
- Calories: 430
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 26g
- Protein: 26g
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and juicy ribs with a smoky and tangy BBQ flavor
- Perfect for parties and backyard barbecues
- Easy to make in the air fryer for a healthier option
User Comments:
- "These ribs are absolutely amazing! They're so tender and flavorful."
- "The BBQ sauce is perfect, with a great balance of sweetness and acidity."
- "I love that these ribs are cooked in the air fryer. They're so much healthier than traditional oven-baked ribs."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to trim away any excess fat from the ribs before cooking.
- If you don't have an air fryer, you can bake the ribs in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 1-1 1/2 hours, or until cooked through.
- Serve the ribs with your favorite sides, such as baked beans, corn on the cob, or coleslaw.
