Pressure Cooked Barbecue Pork Ribs

You can now easily make barbecued pork ribs in the comfort of your kitchen with just an oven and a pressure cooker. These sweet and savory ribs are perfect for parties, celebrations, or a special dinner. By pressure cooking the ribs first and then finishing them in the oven, you get incredibly tender and juicy meat with a caramelized barbecue glaze. If you’re looking for a foolproof method to make delicious ribs, you’re in the right place!

Why Pressure Cook the Ribs First?

For this recipe, I used 1 kg of pork ribs. Since the ribs were quite large, I first pressure-cooked them to save time. Cooking them directly in the oven alone would take much longer. By pressure cooking, the ribs become tender and juicy, making the oven step quick and easy. Once the ribs are cooked, they are coated with sauce, topped with cheese, and then grilled and broiled in the oven for 10-12 minutes.

Pork ribs can be either grilled or baked and are best when glazed with barbecue sauce and served with flavorful seasonings.

Can Pork Be Cooked Properly in the Oven?

Yes, you can cook pork ribs directly in the oven by wrapping them in aluminum foil. However, this method takes over two hours for the ribs to be fully cooked. Slow-cooking the ribs in a pressure cooker first reduces the cooking time to just 30 minutes and ensures they turn out soft and tender. Once pressure-cooked, grilling them in the oven enhances the flavor and gives them a deliciously crispy exterior. After trying this method at home, you won’t feel the need to search for restaurants that serve barbecued pork ribs!

Best Side Dishes for Barbecued Pork Ribs

Barbecued pork ribs pair well with a variety of side dishes, including:

Macaroni salad
Sweet and spicy baked beans
Baked potatoes

This dish also makes a fantastic starter for parties. The combination of pressure cooking and grilling makes the ribs fall-off-the-bone tender while significantly reducing overall cooking time.

Enhancing the Flavor

The taste of your ribs will depend on the sauce you choose. Barbecue sauces come in different varieties—sweet, spicy, and tangy. Before mixing the pork ribs with the sauce, taste it to ensure it suits everyone’s preferences. For this recipe, I used American Garden Original Barbecue Sauce.

Pro Tip: Achieving the Perfect Texture

Before placing the ribs in the oven, preheat it. Grill the pork for 10 minutes, then switch the mode to broil for 2 minutes. This helps caramelize the barbecue sauce and creates a slightly crispy texture. For extra flavor, place freshly cut capsicum and tomatoes along with mozzarella cheese over the ribs before baking.

Serve these juicy and tender pork ribs hot to impress your guests!

Ingredients

1) To Pressure Cook the Pork Ribs

Pork Ribs – 1 kg
Onions (chopped) – 3
Tomato (chopped) – 1
Ginger garlic paste – 1 teaspoon
Turmeric powder – 1/4 teaspoon
Coriander powder – 2 teaspoons
Kashmiri chili powder – 2 teaspoons
Pepper powder – 1 teaspoon
Soy sauce – 1 tablespoon
Tomato sauce – 1 tablespoon
Chili sauce – 1 teaspoon
Vinegar – 1 tablespoon
Salt – as required
Oil – 2 tablespoons

2) To Grill the Pork Ribs

Barbecue sauce – 3 tablespoons
Capsicum (cut lengthwise) – 1/2
Tomato (cut in round slices) – 1
Mozzarella cheese – 2 tablespoons
Pressure-cooked pork

Method of Preparation

Step 1: Pressure Cooking the Ribs

Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add chopped onions.
Add salt and sauté the onions until they change color.
Add ginger garlic paste and sauté.
Add turmeric powder, Kashmiri chili powder, pepper powder, and coriander powder.
Sauté until the raw smell of the spices disappears.
Add chopped tomatoes, close the lid, and cook until they are mashed.
Add soy sauce, tomato sauce, chili sauce, and vinegar. Mix well.
Add the pork ribs and pressure cook for 5 to 6 whistles or until the meat is tender.
Allow the pressure to release naturally.
Open the lid and mix barbecue sauce into the ribs.
Remove excess oil from the pork fat and transfer the ribs and gravy to an oven tray.