Air Fryer Pork Ribs with Homemade Barbecue: juicy inside, crispy outside in 35 minutes

Making Air Fryer Pork Ribs (Costelinha de Porco na Air Fryer) is the fastest, most efficient method for meat that is extremely tender and juicy inside with a golden, caramelized crust — no need to fire up the grill.

Secrets of the Perfect Marinade

• 2.2 lb pork spare ribs (1 kg) cut into strips
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika and 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• Juice of 1 Tahiti lime and 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup homemade barbecue sauce (with a touch of honey and mustard)

How to Roast in the Air Fryer

1. Season the ribs and wrap in aluminum foil for the first 20 minutes at 355°F (180°C) (this steams the meat in its own juices and keeps the natural moisture in).

2. Remove the foil, brush generously with barbecue sauce, and roast 15 more minutes at 400°F (200°C), flipping halfway through to caramelize.

Serve with aromatic Coconut Rice or explore our holiday roast meats at Boas Comidas!