Air Fryer BBQ Ribs

5 from 12 votes

Air Fryer BBQ Ribs

These air fryer BBQ ribs are sweet, smoky and tender, all with minimal cleanup. The air fryer helps lock in flavor and moisture while giving you a rich barbecue finish.

Prep Time5

Cook Time32

Total Time37

Course: Meals

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer

Servings:

Author: Bella Bucchiotti

Equipment

Ingredients

3 Pounds ribs membrane removed, cut in half or thirds
1/3 Cup brown sugar
1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
2 Teaspoon garlic powder
1 Teaspoon onion powder
1/2 Teaspoon ground cumin
1 Teaspoon salt
1 Teaspoon black pepper
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 Teaspoon liquid smoke
3 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 Cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

In a small bowl mix the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke and olive oil. Brush or spread it evenly over the entire rack of ribs.
Make sure the rack is in the bottom of the air fryer pot. Place one rack of ribs flat on the rack and put in the air fryer.
Heat the air fryer to 360 degrees F and cook one side for 8 minutes. Flip the ribs and cook for another 8 minutes.
Check for doneness near a bone. If the meat isn’t completely cooked through, cook an extra 2 to 3 minutes.
Brush the cooked ribs with BBQ sauce. You can cook for another minute.
Remove and cook the second rack of ribs.

Notes

Remove the membrane: Taking off the rib membrane ensures a more tender bite.
Preheat the air fryer: Starting with a hot air fryer helps create a better crust.
Don’t overcrowd: Cook ribs in batches so each one cooks evenly and crisps up well.

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