Air Fried Spicy Ribs
Air Fried Spicy Ribs
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork spare ribs, cut into individual ribs
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup spicy barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Lay the pork spare ribs on a large baking sheet or tray. Using a paper towel for grip, carefully remove the membrane from the back of each rib rack. This step is crucial for tender ribs.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Cut the full racks of ribs into individual rib pieces. Arrange them in a single layer on the tray.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Scatter the sliced red onion and sliced garlic cloves evenly over the raw ribs.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Drizzle the spicy barbecue sauce generously over the ribs, onions, and garlic.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes to create your dry seasoning blend. Sprinkle this blend and the sesame seeds over the sauced ribs.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Wearing gloves (optional, but recommended for easy cleanup), thoroughly mix all the ingredients together. Ensure each rib piece is well-coated with the sauce, onions, garlic, and seasoning.
⏱️ 4 min
- 7
Cover the tray with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, marinate for 2-4 hours, or even overnight.
⏱️ 30 min
- 8
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. If desired, line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil for easier cleanup, ensuring it doesn't block air circulation.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375
- 9
Place the marinated ribs into the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches. Reserve any remaining marinade.
⏱️ 2 min
- 10
Air fry the ribs for 15 minutes, then flip them over. Continue to air fry for another 10-15 minutes, or until the ribs are cooked through, tender, and have a crispy, browned exterior. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 375
- 11
Once cooked, carefully remove the ribs from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving basket or dish.
⏱️ 1 min
- 12
Garnish the cooked ribs with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
⏱️ 1 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Air Fried Spicy Ribs
- 2 pounds pork spare ribs, cut into individual ribs
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup spicy barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Lay the pork spare ribs on a large baking sheet or tray. Using a paper towel for grip, carefully remove the membrane from the back of each rib rack. This step is crucial for tender ribs.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Cut the full racks of ribs into individual rib pieces. Arrange them in a single layer on the tray.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Scatter the sliced red onion and sliced garlic cloves evenly over the raw ribs.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Drizzle the spicy barbecue sauce generously over the ribs, onions, and garlic.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes to create your dry seasoning blend. Sprinkle this blend and the sesame seeds over the sauced ribs.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Wearing gloves (optional, but recommended for easy cleanup), thoroughly mix all the ingredients together. Ensure each rib piece is well-coated with the sauce, onions, garlic, and seasoning.
⏱️ 4 min - 7
Cover the tray with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, marinate for 2-4 hours, or even overnight.
⏱️ 30 min - 8
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. If desired, line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil for easier cleanup, ensuring it doesn't block air circulation.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375 - 9
Place the marinated ribs into the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches. Reserve any remaining marinade.
⏱️ 2 min - 10
Air fry the ribs for 15 minutes, then flip them over. Continue to air fry for another 10-15 minutes, or until the ribs are cooked through, tender, and have a crispy, browned exterior. The internal temperature should reach 145°F.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 375 - 11
Once cooked, carefully remove the ribs from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving basket or dish.
⏱️ 1 min - 12
Garnish the cooked ribs with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
⏱️ 1 min