Air fryer dry rub ribs are a flavorful and convenient way to enjoy tender ribs with a delicious dry rub crust. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- 1 rack of pork ribs (baby back ribs or spare ribs)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- BBQ sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. This helps the ribs become more tender and allows the flavors of the rub to penetrate better.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the dry rub.
- Pat the ribs dry with paper towels. Rub the dry rub mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs, pressing gently to adhere the rub.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Once preheated, place the ribs in the air fryer basket, meaty side up. You may need to cut the rack of ribs in half to fit them into the basket, depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook the ribs in the air fryer for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time, or until the ribs are cooked through and the dry rub forms a crust.
- Once the ribs are done, remove them from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the air fryer dry rub ribs hot, with your favorite BBQ sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling, if desired.
- Enjoy your flavorful and tender air fryer dry rub ribs!
Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences. You can also add a touch of cayenne pepper for extra heat or swap out the spices for your favorite barbecue rub. These ribs make a delicious and easy meal for any occasion!
