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Step 1
Remove membranes from the back of ribs, if needed.
Step 2
Rubs seasonings over both sides of ribs.
Step 3
Place wire trivet rack in the bottom of the instant pot.
Step 4
Add water, apple juice (or apple cider vinegar) and liquid smoke (optional, but recommended for that great smokey flavor).
Step 5
Place the ribs upright, with the meat side facing out. If you’re using one large rack of ribs, then circle them around the pot.
Step 6
Secure lid and close vent.
Step 7
Press “manual” or “pressure cook” and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
Step 8
When the timer beeps, allow the pressure to naturally release for 15 min, then turn the valve to quick release.
Step 9
Carefully remove ribs to a large, foil-lined baking sheet and slather them in BBQ sauce.
Step 10
Optional: broil them in the oven for 2-3 minutes to caramelize the bbq sauce.