Air Fryer Beef Short Ribs
These air fryer short ribs are tender, juicy, and packed with bold beef flavor. Seasoned with simple spices including smoked paprika for a subtle barbecue-style taste, this easy beef short ribs recipe delivers steakhouse-quality results in about 30 minutes. The air fryer creates a beautifully browned crust while keeping the meat fall apart tender. Serve them dry rubbed, glazed with BBQ sauce, or finished with a rich beef stock and red wine reduction for an impressive, restaurant-quality main dish.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Your favorite BBQ sauce optional, for glazing
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the ribs: Pat the short ribs dry with paper towels to remove any moisture. This helps them crisp up in the air fryer.
- Season the ribs: Rub olive oil over the ribs, then sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder evenly on all sides.
- Arrange in the air fryer: Place the ribs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure they aren’t touching to ensure even cooking.
- Cook: Air fry for 15 minutes, then flip the ribs and cook for another 10-15 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 190°F (88°C) for fall-apart tenderness. You’ll know the air fryer short ribs are ready when the outside has deep browning, the internal temperature has reached at least 190°F, and the meat pulls easily with a fork. After resting for 5 minutes, you should see juices pool slightly on the cutting board, which is a sign the ribs are tender and properly cooked.
- Optional glaze: If you prefer saucy ribs, brush your favorite BBQ sauce on the ribs during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Rest and serve: Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the basket: Cooking in batches may be necessary to ensure even cooking.
- Check the temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the ribs are cooked to perfection.
- Resting is key: Allowing the ribs to rest after cooking helps lock in those juices.
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 690mg | Potassium: 618mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 249IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 4mg
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