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Air Fryer St. Louis Style Spare Ribs

Easy Air Fryer St. Louis Style Spare Ribs

5 from 3 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

Tender, juicy Easy Air Fryer St. Louis Style Spare Ribs with a smoky, savory rub. Quick, flavorful, and perfectly cooked ribs ideal for weeknight dinners, BBQs, or family gatherings.

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound St. Louis Spare Ribs
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • Optional: BBQ sauce

Instructions

  • Remove the membrane from the back of the 1 pound St. Louis Spare Ribs for tender results. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon ground mustard. Rub the spice mix evenly over both sides of the ribs.
  • Set the air fryer temperature to 380 degrees F (193°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  • Cut the rack into sections that fit your air fryer basket. Place the ribs in a single layer without overlapping.
  • Set cook time for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until ribs are cooked through and slightly crispy at the edges.
  • If using Optional: BBQ sauce brush it on the ribs during the last 5 minutes of cooking for a sticky, caramelized finish.
  • Remove ribs from the air fryer, let them rest a few minutes, then serve hot with your favorite sides.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray, optional
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 224mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 576IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg