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Instant Pot Country Style Ribs

Published: Jun 10, 2020 · Modified: Nov 19, 2020 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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Instant Pot Country Style Ribs are the ultimate in tender, juicy pork shoulder meat. Rubbed in spices and slathered in BBQ sauce, these country style ribs are full of out of this world flavor. This is a super delicious, family approved meal that can be made in an hour.

There are a few different rib recipes on our site like peach honey ribs. This is our first country style ribs recipe and I already can’t wait to make more!

Country style bbq ribs on a plate

If you are looking for something new to try for your next family meal, I would definitely suggest trying country style ribs. They are super tender and really easy to make. 

This is a very versatile recipe. The meat can be eaten on it’s own, or shredded up for BBQ sandwiches, tacos, or used on a salad.  

Why this recipe works

  • Making these country ribs in the Instant Pot helps you get tender meat in a fraction of the time.
  • Budget friendly cut of meat. 
  • Pork can be used for different meals like BBQ sandwiches or BBQ nachos. 

What are country style ribs?

They actually aren’t ribs! These are cut blade-end, close to the pork shoulder. They are usually meatier than other ribs and have a nice marbling and flavor. You can learn more about the types of ribs at pork.org. 

Ingredients needed 

Country Style Ribs – Around 3 pounds works well for this recipe.

BBQ sauce – Use your favorite.

Brown sugar – This adds a wonderful sweetness to the rib rub.

Rub spices – Paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper make up the rub. 

How to make country style ribs in Instant Pot

Scroll to the bottom for full printable recipe, ingredients and video.

  1. Dry Rub: In a small bowl, mix together spices for dry rub. Sprinkle rub over ribs and press the rub into the meat.
  2. Prepare: Add beef broth, Worcestershire and apple juice to the pressure cooker. Place ribs, in the cooker and then top with BBQ sauce.
  3. Cook: Place the lid on cooker and lock in place. Cook on manual, high pressure for 45 minutes. Once finished cooking, allow to natural release. (This could take about 15 minutes.)
  4. Eat: Top with extra BBQ sauce and serve. 

Spice rubbed ribs, Instant pot with broth, ribs and bbq sauce.

Can you cook frozen ribs in the Instant Pot?

Yes, you can make frozen ribs. Before adding to the pot, make sure they are not stuck together. Follow the same directions but add an extra 20 minutes to the cook time. So instead of 45 minutes, set cook time to 65 minutes.  

Recipe tips

  • When selecting the country style ribs, look for nice marbling to ensure the most tender and flavorful meat.
  • This recipe was prepared in a 6-quart Instant Pot.
  • Use your favorite BBQ sauce for this meal. I like a thicker sauce like Sweet Baby Rays.
  • If you like a little crispiness on the outside of your ribs, after they cooked and added sauce, place them under the broiler in the oven for a few minutes. 
  • I would recommend 2 ribs per person when serving. 

Can I prep in advance

Feel free to rub the meat with spices and refrigerate overnight. 

How to store

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. Reheat in the oven at 350 for about 20 minutes. 

Ribs with bbq sauce in casserole dish

What to serve with country style ribs?

These pair well with many different side dishes. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • Air fryer roasted potatoes
  • Baked sweet potato fries
  • Ranch mashed potatoes
  • Cowboy baked beans 

More Instant Pot recipes

  • Instant Pot BBQ chicken – Tender, juicy BBQ chicken. 
  • Instant Pot vegetable soup – Fast and easy soup filled with veggies. 
  • Instant Pot German potato salad – A warm potato salad with a light vinegar dressing and bacon. 
  • Instant Pot chicken pesto pasta – A great family friendly meal!

***If you made this recipe please feel free to leave a comment and star rating below. 

BBQ ribs on a plate with fork
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Instant Pot Country Style Ribs

Tender and juicy country style ribs in the Instant pot.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time50 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ribs
Servings: 4
Calories: 574kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds country style ribs
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

  • In a small bowl combine brown sugar, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle rub over ribs and gently rub it on meat.
  • Pour beef broth, Worcestershire sauce and apple juice into Instant Pot.
  • Add in ribs and pour BBQ sauce over them. Place lid on Instant pot and lock into place. Set to Pressure Cook for 45 minutes. (Be sure that the valve is set to sealing position.)
  • Once they have cooked for 45 minutes, allow for a natural pressure release for 20 minutes and then manually release remaining pressure.
  • Remove ribs and top with more BBQ sauce. Serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 574kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 1723mg | Potassium: 980mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 424IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 3mg
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Comments

  1. Marilyn says

    October 27, 2020 at 12:59 am

    5 stars
    Simply delicious! Definitely make again

    Reply
  2. Lynndee says

    June 12, 2020 at 1:59 pm

    Yum! Ribs are one of our favorites that’s why a ribs recipe is almost always on the menu every week.

    Reply
  3. Agnes says

    June 12, 2020 at 9:26 am

    Look how tender those ribs are! I will copy your recipe and will make one this weekend.

    Reply
  4. Lizzie Lau says

    June 12, 2020 at 2:00 am

    Your country style ribs look delicious. I can’t remember the last time I had ribs. I almost never buy meat, so it’s something I get when I eat out occasionally, and it’s been a while.

    Reply
  5. Helena says

    June 11, 2020 at 11:05 pm

    5 stars
    Looks delicious and super easy to make. 5 minute prep time is a winner for me!

    Reply
  6. Tami Qualls says

    June 11, 2020 at 5:40 pm

    A budget-friendly recipe for the instant pot is a win for me. Hubby will enjoy these, as well.

    Reply
  7. Kita Bryant says

    June 11, 2020 at 4:45 pm

    5 stars
    I could eat ribs for any meal of the day. Instant Pot ribs would be so fun to make.

    Reply
  8. Crystal Carder says

    June 11, 2020 at 11:14 am

    These look good! I love how they can be made in the instant pot, will be a great recipe for the summer months!

    Reply
  9. Catalina says

    June 11, 2020 at 9:02 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness! How tender are these country style ribs. It’s such a great idea to make in the Instant Pot!

    Reply
  10. Adriana says

    June 11, 2020 at 6:05 am

    How yummy love country style ribs but have not made them on the Instant Pot now I have a recipe to try, thanks!

    Reply
  11. Chintz says

    June 11, 2020 at 12:03 am

    That looks absolutely delish! My family love ribs, so I am going to have to give this a try this weekend! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • solrazo.com says

      June 11, 2020 at 10:07 pm

      This is an easy-on-the pocket treat for ribs lover like my daughter! I’m sure she would like to try this too

      Reply
  12. Jennifer Van Haitsma says

    June 10, 2020 at 7:07 pm

    I don’t have an instapot yet, but my husband loves ribs so we need to try this. Can you do it in the slow cooker too?

    Reply
  13. Tasheena says

    June 10, 2020 at 6:12 pm

    5 stars
    This would be perfect to make for my family. Looking forward to trying this.

    Reply
  14. Amber Myers says

    June 10, 2020 at 5:37 pm

    These look so delicious. I love ribs. I will have to make this for dinner one evening for sure.

    Reply

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