Air Fryer Spareribs

  • Level: Easy
  • Yield: 2 to 3 servings
  • Total: 1 hr
  • Active: 20 min
We used an air fryer to turn spareribs into a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Separating the ribs helps them to fit in the fryer, cook quickly and get an even, golden crust all over. Make sure you dip them in the warm barbeque sauce immediately after they are done cooking––they'll absorb more flavor while still hot.
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Ingredients

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

3 teaspoons paprika 

1 full rack St. Louis-style pork ribs, separated (2 1/2 to 3 pounds) 

2 cups ketchup  

1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 

1/3 cup distilled white vinegar 

1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar 

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 

1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce 

Directions

Special equipment:
a 3.5-quart air fryer
  1. Whisk together 1 tablespoon salt, 2 tablespoons pepper and 1 teaspoon of the paprika in a large bowl until well combined. Add the ribs and toss to coat, pressing the seasoning into each rib.
  2. Preheat a 3.5-quart air fryer to 350 degrees F. Transfer the ribs to the fryer basket and cook until the ribs are tender and golden brown, about 40 minutes. 
  3. Meanwhile, combine the ketchup, cider vinegar, white vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire, hot sauce, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons pepper, 3/4 cup water and the remaining 2 teaspoons paprika in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar is melted and the sauce is warmed through, about 2 minutes. Cover and keep warm over low heat. 
  4. Once the ribs are cooked, dip each one into the sauce, letting any excess run off. Serve with the remaining sauce on the side.  

Let's Get Cooking!

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Kristin Bernardo

Super basic, other than basic Air Fryer tips not really helpful or anything new

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