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air fried country pork ribs with barbecue sauce.
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Easy Air Fryer Country Style Ribs

Air Fryer Country style Pork Ribs are a game-changer for busy weeknight dinners. Gone are the days of slaving over the oven or grill for fall-off-the-bone tender ribs. Boneless country-style pork ribs are seasoned with a simple rub and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, then glazed with your favorite BBQ sauce for a finger lickin' good finish.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Marinating30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Air Fryer, Main Dishes
Cuisine: American, American Southern
Servings: 4
Calories: 6kcal
Author: Kelly Bloom
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Ingredients

  • 2½ lb country style pork ribs
  • 2 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoon seasoning salt rib rub
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ cup BBQ sauce your favorite

or use our St. Louis Rib Rub recipe to season

  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard Colemans
  • 1½ tablespoon sea salt
  • 1½ teaspoon garlic powder granulated
  • 1½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon coriander ground
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper coarse cracked
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Instructions

Prepare The Rib Rub

  • If making our rib rub recipe, mix all the seasonings ingredients in a small bowl.
    1 cup dark brown sugar, 3 tablespoon smoked paprika or regular paprika, 1 tablespoon dry mustard Colemans, 1½ tablespoon sea salt, 1½ teaspoon garlic powder granulated, ½ teaspoon coriander ground, ½ teaspoon black pepper coarse cracked, 1½ teaspoon onion powder

Make Air Fryer Country Style Pork Ribs

  • Rinse and pat the ribs dry with paper towels. Brush a light coating of olive oil over the raw ribs.
    2½ lb country style pork ribs, 2 teaspoon olive oil
  • Season the ribs with either the seasoning salt, garlic powder, and black pepper, OR with the rib rub. Refrigerate for 30 minutes so flavor and get in the meat.
    2 teaspoon seasoning salt, 2 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Brush the pork ribs with half the BBQ sauce, saving the rest for the final glazing.
    ¾ cup BBQ sauce
  • Arrange the ribs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't overlap.
  • Set the air fryer to 375 F, no need to even preheat. Cook the ribs for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the ribs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
  • Brush the remaining BBQ sauce over the cooked ribs and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze becomes sticky and slightly caramelized.
  • Remove from the air fryer and transfer to a serving plate. Let rest a few minutes so the juices distribute. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Don't Overcrowd the Basket: Cooking the ribs in a single layer ensures even air circulation and optimal crispness.
  • Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheating ensures the ribs cook evenly from the start.
  • Cooking Time May Vary: Cooking time can vary depending on the thickness of your ribs and your air fryer model. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
  • Let Them Rest: Allowing the ribs to rest for a few minutes after cooking helps redistribute the juices and results in even more tender meat.

Nutrition

Calories: 6kcal | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 10mg | Vitamin A: 0.2IU | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.03mg
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