16 Rib Recipes So Tender, They Practically Fall Into Your Mouth

Say goodbye to tough ribs and hello to pure, meaty bliss. These 16 rib recipes are the definition of tender—slow-cooked, sauced up, and ready to make you rethink every other dish in your recipe box. Whether you’re into dry rubs, glazes, or sticky-sweet barbecue magic, each bite guarantees maximum flavor with minimum effort. Fair warning: once you make these, takeout ribs will never hit the same.

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

Two plates of barbecued beef ribs with sauce, one plate in focus and another in the background on a baking tray. — Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

You're gonna love these easy peazy, mouth-watering Instant Pot Ribs! They're made in minutes not hours with your beloved pressure cooker!
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Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

A piece of barbecue rib is being dipped into a bowl of dark barbecue sauce, offering a high-protein boost. More ribs, perfect to fuel your day, are visible on a white surface in the background. — Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs are fall off the bone tender! Bursting with flavor, these ribs taste like they were made at your favorite BBQ joint! Make the best pork ribs in under an hour with your pressure cooker.
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Parmesan Garlic Corn Ribs

Corn on the cob with garlic parmesan on a black plate. — Parmesan Garlic Corn Ribs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Sweet, cheesy, buttery, garlicky and crunchy, Parmesan-Garlic Corn Ribs are the perfect way to eat corn! Easy and quick to make, everyone will devour these fun-to-eat corn ribs!
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Grilled Elote Corn Ribs

Loaded with flavor and a kiss of smoke, these elote corn ribs are as impressive looking as they are delicious! WIth a kick of spice and ready in a jiffy, there's every reason to try these tonight!
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Herb Crusted Prime Rib

Close-up of a seasoned, cooked roast beef on a wooden board, garnished with fresh herbs. A sprig of rosemary and green leafy herbs are visible in the background. — Herb Crusted Prime Rib. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This herb crusted prime rib promises perfect flavor every time. Flavored with garlic and herbs, this surprisingly easy recipe is so good!
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The Easiest Peking Spare Ribs (京都排骨): Peking-Style

Sticky and flavorful Peking-style spare ribs on a plate. — The Easiest Peking Spare Ribs (京都排骨): Peking-Style. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Who doesn't love a delicious plate of Peking spare ribs? It combines sweet, slightly tangy flavors and a delightful crispy texture.
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12345 Chinese Spare Ribs (For Easy Home Cooking)

Cooked spare ribs with a dark glaze, sprinkled with sesame seeds, served on a white plate. — 12345 Chinese Spare Ribs (For Easy Home Cooking). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Have you ever tried 12345 spare ribs? The combination of "12345" ingredients, such as Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, vinegar, and water, creates a mouth-watering flavor that is hard to resist.
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Air Fryer Country Style Ribs

A white plate with air-fried country style ribs, garnished with barbecue sauce and parsley. — Air Fryer Country Style Ribs. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Air Fryer Country Style Ribs are a game-changer for rib lovers. These boneless ribs are so easy to make and turn out deliciously in the air fryer, with a slightly crispy outside and juicy inside. When you're craving BBQ in a hurry, these are perfect for weeknights or gatherings. Use this recipe's seasoning choice or customize them with your favorite dry rub and BBQ sauce. Bonus, there's no messy cleanup afterwards and you'll have flavorful ribs in under 30 minutes.
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Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe Oven

Oven-baked pork ribs with a tasty dry rub seasoning. — Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe Oven. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe for the Oven makes tender, flavorful ribs. If you’re craving delicious, oven-baked pork ribs, this dry rub recipe is the perfect solution. The dry rub adds great flavor and the ribs come out tender and juicy every time.
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Oven BBQ Ribs

Ribs and a potato on a plate. — Oven BBQ Ribs. Photo credit: Downsizing Dinner.

Oven baked ribs are easy to make.
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Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks

Close-up of a stack of medium-rare, seasoned steak slices, showcasing a pink and juicy interior with a seared crust. — Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

One of the reasons we love the idea of cooking ribeye steak in the air fryer is how fast you can get it done. Prep time is about 10 minutes, primarily because, except for the steak, you’re working with four ingredients only.
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Ribs and Sauerkraut

Load up the slow cooker with this super easy and totally tasty dish that just requires a handful of ingredients! The hardest part is smelling it while it cooks - such a delicious aroma!
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Chinese Boneless Spare Ribs

Homemade Chinese spare ribs with broccoli and rice on a white plate. — Chinese Boneless Spare Ribs. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These Chinese boneless spare ribs are just like the takeout recipe. Sticky and sweet with crispy edges and that deep red color. Learn how easily you can make them at home!
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Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Slow cooker country style ribs take minimal effort but yield mouthwatering results. Peach preserves, honey & BBQ sauce flavor the tender and delicious ribs.
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Instant Pot Spare Ribs

Low angle, closeup shot of spare ribs with hoisin glaze. — Instant Pot Spare Ribs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Instant Pot spare ribs are super tender with an irresistible savory-sweet hoisin glaze. Pressure cooking makes them fall-off-the-bone tender! Drench them with a hoisin-based barbecue sauce and then finish them with high heat—under the broiler, in the air fryer, or on the grill.
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