Delicious and Tender Instant Pot BBQ Rib Tips

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Delicious and Tender Instant Pot BBQ Rib Tips
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 17, 2024

Enjoy a mouth-watering dish of tender and flavorful BBQ rib tips made in the Instant Pot. This recipe guarantees fall-off-the-bone meat with a smoky and tangy barbecue sauce. It's the perfect recipe for a summer BBQ or a cozy family dinner. With simple ingredients and the convenience of the Instant Pot, you'll have a delectable meal ready in no time.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds of pork rib tips
  • 1 cup of BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup of brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of mustard
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Season the rib tips with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Turn on the Instant Pot to the sauté function and add some oil.
  3. Once the Instant Pot is hot, sear the rib tips on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the Instant Pot and stir well.
  6. Add the rib tips back into the Instant Pot and make sure they are coated with the sauce.
  7. Close the Instant Pot lid and set it to the meat/stew function for 25 minutes.
  8. Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for about 10 minutes. Then carefully open the lid.
  9. Remove the rib tips from the Instant Pot and place them on a baking sheet.
  10. Preheat your broiler on high.
  11. Brush the rib tips with additional BBQ sauce from the Instant Pot.
  12. Broil the rib tips for 3-5 minutes, until they are slightly charred and caramelized.
  13. Serve the BBQ rib tips hot with extra sauce on the side.

Interesting Facts

  • Rib tips are cut from the lower end of spare ribs and have a higher ratio of meat to bone, making them incredibly flavorful.
  • The Instant Pot pressure cooking technique allows for tender and juicy rib tips in a fraction of the time compared to traditional cooking methods.
  • Customize the BBQ sauce by adding your favorite spices or replacing ingredients to suit your taste.