Easy Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 racks baby back ribs (about 5 pounds)
• 1 cup BBQ sauce (see below for homemade recipe)
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

BBQ Sauce Recipe:

• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45 minutes (plus natural release time)

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Remove the baby back ribs from the packaging and remove any excess fat.
2. Combine all BBQ sauce ingredients in a small bowl and stir until smooth.
3. Place the ribs in the Instant Pot and pour the BBQ sauce over them.
4. Close the lid and set to "Pressure Cook" on "High" for 45 minutes.
5. Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes, then release any remaining pressure manually.
6. Open the lid and transfer the ribs to a serving dish. Brush with any remaining BBQ sauce before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful ribs
• Perfectly caramelized and flavorful BBQ sauce
• Easy to make and perfect for a crowd
• Can be customized with different flavors of BBQ sauce
• Budget-friendly and suitable for American taste

User Comments:

• "These ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and the BBQ sauce is to die for!" - Jessica
• "I'm not usually a ribs fan, but these were delicious. The flavor was spot-on." - Chris
• "Perfect for a summer cookout or a casual dinner party." - Sarah
• "Easy enough for a beginner to make, but impressive enough for a special occasion." - John
• "I love that I can customize the BBQ sauce to my own taste." - Emily

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overcook the ribs, as they will become dry.
• If you don't have baby back ribs, you can use other types of pork ribs, such as spare ribs or St. Louis-style ribs.
• Let the ribs rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
• Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or baked beans.