Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::40 mins
Additional Time::5 mins
Total Time::55 mins
Servings::8
Yield::2 racks of ribs
Ingredients
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½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup chili powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 small or medium racks baby back ribs, membranes removed
1 cup water
½ cup apple cider vinegar
1 (12 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's)
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Mix brown sugar, chili powder, parsley, salt, garlic powder, pepper, cumin, onion powder, and paprika together in a bowl using a fork, breaking up any large clumps.
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Rub spice mixture over both sides of ribs.
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Place a steam rack inside a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Pour water and cider vinegar into the bottom of the pot.
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Lower ribs into the pot by curving them around the edge. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
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Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
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Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; place ribs on the foil. Top with barbecue sauce.
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Broil ribs until sauce is bubbling, about 3 minutes.
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Serve and enjoy!
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From the Editor
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of barbecue sauce. The actual amount consumed will vary.