I tested these Instant Pot Boneless Pork Ribs a countless number of times to get them just right, which is "fall-apart tender". I found that buying the right boneless country style ribs is the first step to making them super tender (read on to find out more). Once you have that down, this recipe adds all the flavor you could possibly need! They have been made thousands of time and have over 75 five star reviews.
No Instant Pot, no problem… we have cooked up SO MANY boneless ribs that we also have a great method for making them in the oven. You can check out this Oven Baked Boneless Ribs Recipe next time you are without your Instant Pot.
This is definitely an easy, short-cut way to make ribs. So if you are looking for a rib recipe that will sit on a smoker or grill all day, this is not it. But I will direct you to this Competition Style Smoked Rib recipe if that is what you are looking for.
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Country Style Pork Ribs (Instant Pot) Ingredients
- Boneless Country Style Ribs – Despite the name these are not actually ribs, they are cut from the shoulder portion. But there are a few things that you want to get right when picking a country style rib; pick ones that are dark pink or reddish in color, slightly marbled or have some fat content.
- Homemade Dry Rub – this is a really simple mix of brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. I bet you have most of these ingredients in your spice cabinet. If you happen to have a bbq dry rub that you love, you can opt for that in it's place.
- Worcestershire Sauce – Adds a layer of flavor to the cooking liquid.
- Apple Cider Vinegar – Also adds a layer of flavor to the cooking liquid.
- Garlic Cloves – lightly infuses the boneless ribs with a garlic flavor during cooking.
- BBQ Sauce – use your favorite BBQ sauce or Homemade BBQ Sauce to finish the Country Ribs.
Recommended Equipment
With this recipe you will be using your Instant Pot (aka- electric pressure cooker), which is great if you do not want to turn on your oven and heat up the house during the summer.
We use two different Instant Pots, both are 6 quarts.
Oven Baked Country Style Ribs
If you don’t have an Instant Pot you can also make Boneless Country Style Ribs in the oven
What Are Country Style Ribs?
Pork Ribs, spare ribs, baby back ribs, and beef ribs- all delish, but, here we are using boneless country style ribs. Which is basically a long strip on pork loin meat that can have a bone attached or not. For this recipe you will use the boneless version.
When you buy them in the store they may be called Boneless Country Style Ribs or Pork Loin Country Style Ribs. There is another “rib” called a Western Rib that is actually cut from the shoulder and is not a rib at all, I would not recommend buying this cut for this recipe.
Usually when you buy Boneless Pork Ribs they are cut into strips. However, I have bought them where they are scored and still pull out of the package in one piece. If they are only scored, cut them all the way through so you have individual “ribs”. You will want them to be roughly 5 inches long and 1 ½ inches wide.
Tips for Buying Boneless Pork Ribs
You will want to make sure you look for boneless country style ribs that are dark pink or reddish in color, slightly marbled or have some fat content. Those are the ones that will cook up “fall-apart tender”. The ones that look light pink with no fat at all can tend to dry out no matter how you cook them.
Serving Suggestions for Instant Pot Boneless Pork Ribs for Dinner
Of course these pork ribs are delicious as is- with a side of Homemade Mac & Cheese, Jiffy Corn Casserole, Best Ever Cornbread, potato salad, broccoli bacon salad, Raspberry Jello Salad, and/or Cheesy Potato Casserole . And if you are entertaining and need a BBQ worthy dessert check out these options:
- Summer Berry Cobbler
- Chocolate Sheet Cake with Chocolate Frosting
- Cookies & Cream Key Lime Ice Cream
- Apple Pie Bars
Since these Instant Pot ribs are boneless they also make an AMAZING Rib Sandwich. Put 2 or 3 ribs on a substantial bun, add some extra bbq sauce, pickles, and a pile of coleslaw. Mouth. Watering.
I hope you give this Boneless Pork Rib Recipe a try in your Instant Pot!
Love- Susie
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Boneless Pork Ribs (Instant Pot Recipe)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 – 2.5 lbs. Fresh boneless country style ribs - look for more marbled boneless ribs, see notes. (can use frozen, however see the notes below)
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon each: garlic powder & onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- cayenne pepper is optional for heat
- 1 cups water
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoon cider vinegar
- 3 whole garlic cloves - crushed
- BBQ Sauce - your favorite brand/flavor or Homemade
Instructions
- Lay the country style ribs out on a sheet pan.2 – 2.5 lbs. Fresh boneless country style ribs
- In a small bowl mix together the brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (and optional cayenne pepper). Stir well until there are no large clumps remaining.1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon each: garlic powder & onion powder, ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, cayenne pepper is optional for heat
- Sprinkle the salt & seasoning rub mixture on the ribs, coating both sides and pressing it in so it sticks.
- Pour the water, Worcestershire, and cider vinegar into the Instant Pot. Crush the garlic cloves and pop them into the liquid in the pot.1 cups water, 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 ½ tablespoon cider vinegar, 3 whole garlic cloves
- Place the seasoned boneless ribs in the pot.
- Put the lid on and lock it in place. Turn the pressure valve to seal. Set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure Meat/Stew mode for 18 minutes. At the end of 18 minutes do a natural release of pressure for 5 minutes, then finish with a quick release. NOTE- While the pressure is releasing PREHEAT THE OVEN TO BROIL.
- Place the cooked ribs on a sheet pan and coat one side with desired amount of your favorite BBQ sauce. Broil in the oven for 4-5 minutes. Remove the ribs from the oven, flip them to the other side, coat with BBQ sauce. Place back in the oven for 3-4 minutes.
- Enjoy your tender Instant Pot Boneless Country Style Ribs!!
Recipe Tips and Notes:
These can be made ahead and reheated. I recommend cooking them in the Instant Pot, letting them cool, and refrigerating for up to 3 days. Then follow the broiling instructions with the BBQ sauce to reheat. However- they will not be as tender when made ahead!
I have made these Instant Pot Pork Ribs from frozen as well. Simply up the Instant Pot cooking time to 25 minutes with a 10 minute natural release. NOTE: they will not be as “fall apart” tender as they are from fresh.
I have not tested this recipe with bone-in country style ribs, but the cooking time and method should be the same as the recipe is written.
Laurie says
What if I only have 1 Lb of ribs? Same cook time?
Susie says
Yes, same cook time.
Mollie Zamora says
How much time do I need to add if I double the meat weight? Super excited!
Susie says
Should still be the same amount of time!
TERRI Miller says
First time using my instant pot smell so good cannot wait to eat them thanks for all the reviews
Susie says
Hi Terri- I am so excited you are using your IP for the first time- you are going to LOVE it!!
CATHY COPELAND says
I made these ribs this weekend and they are delicious. Passed the recipe on to the girls and this was my comment to them. “Ya’ll I made BBQ ribs in the instant pot last night and they were to die for good!”. LOVE them, they are so tender and flavorful. I added 1/2 tsp Crushed red pepper to my rub and using the egg trivet placed on top of the ribs I baked 4 potatoes at the same time. . Looking forward to trying more of your recipes.
Susie says
I LOVE this!!!!! What a great idea to make baked potatoes at the same time. Thanks for the tip!
Susan says
Do you broil them on low or high? Making them right now!
Susie says
I am not sure if it is low or high- my oven is just one setting. But you want to very lightly caramelize the bbq sauce to the ribs so they are finger lickin’ good!
Mina says
I tried the recipe tonight and it was so good. I just wonder what roles of Worcestershire sauce, vinegar and water in the recipe are. I’m a novice as an instant pot user and hoping you’d give me some explanation. Thank you in advance!!
Susie says
The worcestershire and vinegar infuse the ribs with flavor during the pressure cooking process- giving them a deeper flavor and a little bright zing. Thank you so much for taking time to rate the recipe. Truly appreciate it!!
Liz says
I’m preparing to make these tonight in my IP Duo. I want to use the air fryer instead of the broiler. Any suggestions for length of time?
Susie says
So sorry I am not familiar with using an air fryer.
Susan Linden says
Amazing, so juicy and tender!!
Luzdary Nelson says
I tried this recipe tonight, and it turned out fantastic. Love the favor. It is my first time using the beef stew setting. I felt tempted to change it to pressure cook, but I am glad I followed step by step. Lol. This recipe is a keeper!! Thank you.
Amy Wells says
I’m making these right now, I love my instant pot. I use it A Lot…lol. I’ll let everyone know how mine turns out 😊😊
Halferty Jerrilynn says
So? How’s it go?
Gary Anderson says
Newbe here, I’m guessing the black pepper should have gone into the rub?
Susie says
Yes!!! But, it is certainly no detrimental to the recipe. Thank you for catching that for me. I will make the correction.
Michelle says
Omg Slap your momma these are fantastic!!!!!
I will make these again!!!
Next time I’ll make them with bone in
Susie says
Woo Hoo!!! Thank you so for your compliment!
Linda says
Very tender and good flavor!!!
Susie says
Excellent! So glad you liked them : )
Mary Beth Mccumbers says
I made these in my instant pot today, and my daughter that doesn’t even care for ribs, said they were the best she had ever eaten!!!! Love this recipe
Susie says
That is so great!!! Thank you for taking the time to comment.
Jo Thrasher • Jo Eats says
This reminds me so much of ribs my grandmother made me as a kid. Except of course she could never have finished them in 45 minutes. We live in the future!
Emily Bruno says
Yum!! My family loved these. I added a sprinkle of cayenne like you suggested, we like the heat!
John says
I have been the beneficiary of a couple of trials on this one and these are super delicious EVERY time! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Susie says
Thank you!!