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Recipe for Instant Pot Asian Style Sticky Ribs
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Instant Pot Asian-Style Sticky Ribs

Looking for a scrumptious yet simple party appetizer or impressive dish for Chinese New Year? Instant Pot Asian-Style Sticky Ribs are the answer.
Course Appetizers & Starters
Cuisine Asian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Additional Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 -6
Calories 558kcal
Author Michelle Ordever

Ingredients

For the Dry Rub

  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp Chinese 5 Spice blend
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder

For the Sauce

  • 1 Tbsp fresh ginger finely minced
  • 1-2 tsp garlic chili sauce
  • ¼ cup soy sauce or tamari or coconut aminos
  • ½ cup honey
  • cup water
  • cup cider vinegar
  • ¼ tsp salt

Other Ingredients

  • 2 lbs 900g baby back ribs, sliced
  • 2 Tbsp cornstarch (cornflour
  • 3 large green onions sliced, green parts only
  • 1 Tbsp white sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Combine the dry rub ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Whisk the sauce ingredients together in a medium-sized bowl and set aside.
  • Place the ribs in a large bowl and sprinkle the dry rub on top. Toss to combine and rub the seasoning into the ribs until they are coated on all sides.
  • Place the seasoned ribs in the Instant Pot without stacking and pour the sauce on top. Lock the lid into place and flip the pressure valve to “Sealing.” Set the “Manual” setting to “High” and adjust cook time to 25 minutes.


  • .While the ribs are cooking, line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Set aside.
  • When cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release for any remaining pressure. Once the pin drops, carefully remove the lid and transfer the ribs to the prepared baking sheet. Set aside.
  • Place the top oven rack a few inches below the broiler/grill and pre-heat to “high.”

    Grilling the Ribs
  • Add the cornstarch and an equal amount of the hot liquid from the Instant Pot to a small bowl and stir to combine.
  • Select the “Sauté’ function on the highest setting and bring the sauce to a boil while stirring frequently. Add a little of the cornstarch slurry at a time to the sauce and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes, until thickened.
  • Turn the Instant Pot off. Transfer the sauce to a bowl and brush over the ribs on both sides. Place the baking sheet under the broiler/grill for 2-3 minutes before turning. Repeat on the remaining side until nicely browned.
  • Remove the baking sheet from oven and brush more sauce on the ribs, then sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with the remaining sauce on the side. Enjoy!

    Recipe for Instant Pot Asian Style Sticky Ribs

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 558kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 1619mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 33g