Do you love ribs but don’t love the guilt of eating them? If so, then you need to try air frying them! Air frying is a great way to cook up delicious and healthy country-style ribs. Plus, it’s straightforward – all you need is an air fryer and some simple ingredients. So, what are you waiting for? Start cooking!
One of my kid’s favorite dinners thus far, Air Fryer Country Style Ribs and this recipe is the perfect way to prepare them. There is nothing like an excellent BBQ rib flavor, and in the middle of a snowstorm, you can skip the grill, and these can grill up perfectly with your own Air Fryer.
If you have never made ribs in the air fryer, and are looking for a foolproof recipe for Air Fryer Babyback BBQ Ribs, try my recipe here. It’s truly unique, and ever since I started using my air fryer four years ago, I make them at least weekly.
This recipe can not be any easier. Today, I used a couple of bottles of my family’s favorite BBQ sauce, a couple of packages of Country Style Ribs, and, of course, my trusty air fryer, and that’s all you need–simple and delicious.
I served these on top of a great big bowl of salad, and it’s so healthy and amazing. I love healthy meals in the air fryer. If you do not want to serve this over salad, it is excellent with some of my great air fryer side dishes, such as Air Fryer Sweet Potato French Fries or even an Air Fryer Baked Potato.
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What Are Country-Style Ribs?
There are many different types of pork ribs, but one of the most popular is country-style pork ribs. But what exactly are they? Country-style pork ribs come from the pig’s shoulder blade and upper arm area. They’re meatier than baby back ribs or spareribs and have a bone running along the top that makes them easy to grip. They’re usually marinated or smoked before being cooked and can be eaten bone-in or bone-out. If you’re looking for something hearty and flavorful, give country-style pork ribs a try!
Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Country Style Ribs
- Country Style Ribs
- BBQ Sauce
- Steak Seasoning
How To Make Air Fryer Country Style Ribs
Start by preheating your air fryer to 375 degrees F, air fryer setting, for about 5 minutes. Then add the seasoning to the ribs, rub it in, and add the BBQ sauce.
Place your ribs into the air fryer basket, and set the timer for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Note: Check the internal temperature of the ribs. Before removing, make sure the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
Recipe Tips:
When cooking for guests, I recommend making two ribs per person. That will be a generous serving, and you won’t have any leftovers!
You can use either bone-in or boneless country-style ribs for this recipe. They will both come out equally moist and tender!
When removing the ribs from your air fryer, be very careful. Hot liquid can slosh out and burn you if it’s not handled correctly! To prevent this from happening, I recommend wearing protective silicone gloves.
I’ve been a die-hard brushed BBQ sauce fan for years, and these silicone basting brushes are just what you need. They can go through the dishwasher, making them easier to care for than traditional metal ones!
FAQ’s:
What Are Country Style Ribs?
If you are not familiar with Country-style ribs, the meat comes from the blade end of the loin close to the pork shoulder. They are meatier than other rib cuts because they are boneless.
Although Country Style Ribs do not come from the pig’s rib area, they look almost like ribs, which they received their name.
What is the difference between country-style ribs and baby back ribs?
Baby Back Ribs are ribs that come from the ribs; therefore, they have a bone in the center of the meat. Since Country Style Ribs are not rib meat, they do not contain a bone and thus are boneless.
Country Style Ribs are meatier than Baby Back Ribs.
How do you tell if country-style ribs are done?
Are you uncertain if your country-style ribs are cooked through? You’re not alone. This is a common question for cooks, especially those who are still new to preparing this cut of meat.
The best way to tell if ribs are done in the air fryer is to use a meat thermometer. Place it into the thickest part of the country-style rib. When it registers 145 degrees F, you can safely remove the ribs.
What Are Some Great BBQ Sauces To Use On Your Ribs
If you’re looking to add some extra flavor to your ribs, you might want to try using a BBQ sauce. There are all sorts of different flavors and brands of BBQ sauce available, so you can find one that best suits your taste.
Some of my favorite BBQ sauces are:
Kraft Sweet Brown Sugar Slow-Simmered Barbecue Sauce
Famous Dave’s BBQ Sauce, Sweet, and Zesty or Devil’s Spit
Bull’s Eye Everyday BBQ Sauce, Original
What To Serve Air Fryer Country Style Ribs
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
- Air Fryer French Fries
- Air Fryer Onion Rings
- instant Pot Stuffing
- Instant Pot Apple Sauce
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One of my kid's favorite dinners thus far, Air Fryer Country Style Ribs, and this recipe is the perfect way to prepare them. There is nothing like a great BBQ rib flavor, and in the middle of a snowstorm, you can skip the grill, and these can grill up perfectly with your own Air Fryer.
- 2 pounds Country-Style Ribs Boneless or Bone-In
- 16 ounces BBQ sauce
- 2-3 teaspoons Steak Seasoning
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Start by preheating your air fryer to 375 degrees F, air fryer setting, for about 5 minutes.
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Add the seasoning to the ribs, rub it in, and then add the BBQ sauce.
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Place your ribs into the air fryer basket, and set the timer for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Note: Check the internal temperature of the ribs. Before removing, make sure the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
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Plate, serve, and enjoy!
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