Instant Pot Boneless Pork Ribs are tender “fall-apart” ribs that are ready in under 45 minutes. They are full of flavor and make a quick and easy rib dinner any night of the week! They have been made thousands of time and have over 75 five star reviews.
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.
Instant Pot
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
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.
Keeping Your Ribs Tender
Getting The Right Country 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.
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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Instant Pot Boneless Pork Ribs
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.
Melissa says
This was just perfect, in a pinch I had to entertain my husband’s new co-worker. I don’t like cooking for people other than my family but this is fool-proof. Baked potatoes in the oven while the Instapot was at work and then used the hot oven for the ribs at the end. Thank you Susie!
Kyanna says
THIS! The pork melted in my mouth. I usually trim off a lot of fat or buy meat that already has a lean cut, but I decided to leave more fat that than usual and I think it made a big difference. Thank you for sharing this recipe 😋
Randall Parent says
Turned out great! I used a commercial rub. I also added some liquid smoke. I finished under the broiler without sauce. Easy, inexpensive (Costco), quick. Will be my new go to method for cooking ribs.
Lisa says
I’ve made this recipe about 4 times now, using frozen and fresh ribs, and it’s a keeper! The ribs are tender and delicious!
Bonnie says
Delicious!! This is a keeper.
Danielle says
These were delicious. I did not broil them, instead I put them on a conventional roast at 375 for 20 minutes to make a sticky bbq glaze. Gosh were these good. I plan on adding this to our family dinner rotation 😋
Keith says
I’m confused. If I’m reading this right, all the liquid is in the bottom of the instant pot and the ribs are on a tray above it. How does the liquid end up flavoring the ribs?
Shar says
Loved this recipe! The flavor was delicious and we loved it! Unfortunately some thicker pieces were a little dry. What do you recommend, a longer natural release or a longer pressure cook?
Susie Weinrich says
You could absolutely try a longer natural release! Add 5 minutes and see if that does the trick.
Joseph Riley says
The best you going to get….. most definitely a keeper
Tammy hull says
Yes this is the third time i used beef both instead of water they came out awsome
Joseph Riley says
Try Apple juice too it’s really good
Tracie says
If I have more ribs in the recipe calls for do I cook them longer and add more dry ingredients
Susie Weinrich says
Definitely add more dry rub… but the cooking time will stay the same.
Dawn Seiler says
OMG best ribs ever!!! This is the 2nd time ever making ribs, 1st time in the instant pot I will always use this recipe!! everyone loved them and wanted to know how I got them so tender and delicious. Thank you so much for sharing!!!
Renee says
My entire family loves this recipe and even my 12 year olds friends ask for it. Easy and very taste! A regular go to…
K-Mom says
This is my go-to recipe for country ribs. I’ve tried many others, but this is the best one, by far. Don’t be shy with the seasoning. You can do boneless or bone-in, it’s great either way. I always add cayenne pepper (optional), but red pepper flakes will work as well. Makes for a sweet n’ spicy treat that you can’t get enough of.
Dee has made this many times so if you have any questions, be sure to ask Dee.
Thanks!
Debbie says
Best boneless country style pork rib recipe, first time I tried them in the insta pot ❤️❤️
It’s a keeper, thank you so much for sharing!