16 Best Ribs Recipes That Are Fall-Off-the-Bone Delicious
Fire up the grill, oven, slow cooker, or Instant Pot for these saucy ribs!
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Meaty, saucy, succulent ribs are just so darn delicious! They're a staple at backyard cookouts and always on the menu of everyone's favorite summer recipes and BBQ recipes, they're great no matter how you spin 'em: seared on the grill, slow-cooked in a hot smoker, or baked in the oven. But that's not all! Did you know you can even make ribs in your slow cooker, Instant Pot, and air fryer? Yep, prepare to have your mind blown with this roundup of ribs recipes.
Just remember what Ree Drummond says: "Good ribs always take a little time... and they're always worth it!" Try country-style ribs that bake until they're melt-in-your-mouth tender or heat up your Instant Pot for ribs glazed in your favorite brand of BBQ sauce spiked with Ree's favorite soda, Dr Pepper! (There are so many more marinade recipes and side dishes to pair with ribs.) Crock-Pot teriyaki ribs are so easy, you can make them for a weeknight dinner. Braised short ribs might not be what comes to mind when you hear the word "ribs," but one bite of Ree's famous recipe and it'll be all you think about. Consider this your go-to fancy dinner when you need to impress your guests. With these ribs recipes, you'll find a new one to make every night of the week. After all, "sometimes, you just have to dive into a pile of ribs," as Ree says.
Grilled Ribs
There's no need for a big smoker to make the best-ever ribs. Just use your grill! It may take some time and patience, but the end result is so worth it.
Get the Grilled Ribs recipe.
Country-Style Ribs
Did you know that country-style ribs aren't actually ribs at all? This cut comes from the shoulder or butt of the pig, but the good news is it has a lot more meat than traditional ribs! These oven-baked "ribs" are so tender.
Get the Country-Style Ribs recipe.
Instant Pot Ribs with Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce
One of Ree Drummond's favorite secret ingredients is actually her favorite soda. Yep, we're talking Dr Pepper! These easy, Instant Pot ribs are glazed in a sticky-sweet BBQ sauce made with the fizzy soda and they are so darn delicious.
Sweet and Smoky Ribs
The name says it best: these tender ribs are sweet, smoky, and just a touch spicy! They're baked in the oven and then seared on a hot grill—the best of both worlds!
Get Ree's Sweet and Smoky Ribs recipe.
Slow-Cooker Teriyaki Ribs
These ribs may just be the best set-and-forget meal of all time. A welcomed departure from classic BBQ ribs, they cook in a Crock-Pot with garlic and ginger until tender and then they're coated in a tasty teriyaki sauce. Serve 'em with fresh, crunchy slaw!
Get Ree's Slow-Cooker Teriyaki Ribs recipe.
Braised Short Ribs
Ribs aren't just for backyard barbecues... they can make an elegant dinner, too! These fall-apart-tender braised short ribs are the definition of decadence, especially when served with Ree's creamy goat cheese polenta.
Get Ree's Braised Short Ribs recipe.
Pineapple-Gochujang Short Ribs
Former NFL player and author of Game-Day Eats, Eddie Jackson brings major flavor to the table with these grilled short ribs. The punchy marinade makes all the difference!
Raspberry Chipotle BBQ Ribs
Barbecue is all about that sweet, spicy, and tangy balance, and this recipe takes that to the next level with the most addictive raspberry chipotle BBQ sauce. It's pure heaven!
BBQ Air Fryer Ribs
Yep, your air fryer really can do it all! These juicy, succulent ribs cook to perfection in one. No need to fire up a big grill or smoker!
Oven Baked Ribs With Peach Bourbon BBQ Sauce
These ribs alone are delicious, but it's the bbq sauce that takes them to the next level. Made with fresh peaches and a splash of bourbon, it's the sauce you'll want to put on every grilled meat!
Get the Oven Baked Ribs With Peach Bourbon BBQ Sauce recipe at A Cozy Kitchen.
Suya Spiced Baby Back Ribs
These tender baby back ribs get tons of flavor from a West African spice blend known as suya. Plus, they're grilled in a shallow pool of apple juice to keep them nice and moist.
Easy Instant Pot Ribs
Let your Instant Pot do all the hard work for juicy, tender ribs. A robust seasoning rub brings big flavor to the spare ribs. All you need is your favorite BBQ sauce to finish them off.
Oven Baked Pork Ribs
These ribs are so good, everyone will think they've been smoking for hours! They'll never know they were baked right in the oven. Give them a shot for your next family get-together.
Honey BBQ Ribs
Sometimes, simple is best and these ribs are the ultimate proof! Baked in the oven and glazed in a BBQ sauce and honey mixture, they then go back in the oven so the sauce gets a touch caramelized.
Get the Honey BBQ Ribs recipe at Simple Joy.
Citrus Herb Glazed Ribs
Fresh citrus and herbs might not be the first ingredients that come to mind when you're making a rack of ribs, but this recipe will change your mind. Fresh orange and lemon juice collide with rosemary and thyme for bright, vibrant ribs.
Pomegranate Balsamic Glazed Ribs
These aren't your average ribs! These St. Louis-style pork spare ribs are coated in a smoky rubs and then marinated in a mixture of pomegranate juice, Worcestershire, and brown sugar. Finally they're baked and drizzled in balsamic glaze. Yum!
Get the Pomegranate Balsamic Glazed Ribs recipe at Butter Be Ready.
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