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freshly cook Air Fryer BBQ Ribs

Juicy Air Fryer BBQ Ribs

Juicy, tender BBQ ribs cooked to perfection in the air fryer, coated with your favorite BBQ sauce for a scrumptious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 295 kcal

Equipment

  • Air-fryer
  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Basting brush
  • Aluminum Foil

Ingredients
  

  • 1 rack baby back ribs approximately 2 pounds
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
  • Remove the membrane from the ribs and cut the rack into manageable pieces to fit your air fryer.
  • In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder together.
  • Rub olive oil over the ribs and generously cover them with the dry rub mixture.
  • Arrange the ribs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook for 25 minutes, flipping the ribs halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  • Brush the ribs with BBQ sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce if desired.

Notes

  • Cooking times may vary based on the thickness of the ribs and the specific model of your air fryer.
  • Removing the membrane from the ribs is crucial for tenderness.
  • Leftover ribs can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 4ribsCalories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 14gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 2176mgPotassium: 332mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 966IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 1mg
Keyword air fryer recipes, BBQ ribs, quick dinner
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