• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Maven Cookery
  • Game Day Recipes
  • Recipe Collections
    • 30 Minute Meals
    • One Pan Meals
    • Dinner Ideas for Two
    • Dinner Party
    • Freezer-Friendly
    • Make-Ahead
    • Holidays
  • Recipes by Type
  • Air Fryer Recipes
  • Appetizers
  • Breakfast & Brunch
  • Dessert Recipes
  • Grilling & BBQ
  • Instant Pot Recipes
  • Main Course
    • Beef
    • Pork
    • Chicken
    • Fish & Shellfish
  • Mexican Recipes
  • Oven Roasted
  • Salad Recipes
  • Sauces & Dips
  • Seasoning Blends
  • Side Dishes
  • Soups & Stews
  • How-To
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
menu icon
go to homepage
  • All Recipes
  • Main Dishes
  • Grilling & BBQ
  • Game Day
  • Cookbooks
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • All Recipes
    • Main Dishes
    • Grilling & BBQ
    • Game Day
    • Cookbooks
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Pork

    Air Fryer Country Style Pork Ribs

    by Marilyn · Mar 10, 2023 · Updated: Mar 14, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    af country style ribs pin1
    air fryer country ribs p2
    air fryer country pork ribs p3
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest

    Tender air fryer country style pork ribs are a snap to make and so scrumptious. These melt-in-your-mouth air fryer pork ribs are ready in 30 minutes. We season the ribs with an easy homemade dry rub perfect for country-style ribs. Then we brush them with your favorite BBQ and caramelize them in the air fryer.

    pile of boneless air fryer country style ribs with bbq sauce served with corn and lettuce on the side this Recipe for Later
    Air Fryer Country Style Pork Ribs

    Air fryer ribs are certain to become one of your new favorite ways to make BBQ ribs. This air frying method results in moist and tender ribs in no time. They are great served with roasted baby potatoes, corn in a cup, or charro beans. If you haven't tried charro beans, you will love this twist on traditional baked beans.

    Jump to:
    • ⭐Why You Will Love Them
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 📖 Substitutions
    • 🔪 How To Make Air Fryer Country Style Ribs
    • 💭 Tips For Tender Juicy Ribs
    • 🥡 Storage
    • 📋 Recipe

    ⭐Why You Will Love Them

    Juicy and tender. If you have ever had country style ribs that turn out dry and tough, you will love this easy way to get the best results. The air fryer method for cooking ribs keeps them moist and turns them into succulent pieces of rib meat.

    Less expensive. Country style ribs are often less expensive than baby back ribs, spareribs, or St. Louis Style ribs. They are also meatier than more well known ribs. Boneless country ribs have more meat per pound since you are not discarding large bones.

    Quick. In under 30 minutes you will have pork ribs cooked to mouth-watering perfection . Forget low and slow cooking which you may be familiar with when cooking country style ribs.

    Easy. All that you need to do is to pat the ribs dry, season with a ready-made dry rub, and then air fry for 20 to 25 minutes. Finish them with BBQ sauce and dinner is ready. For a hearty, tasty meal this is the ideal easy recipe.

    Minimal cleanup. These air fryer ribs get patted dry, seasoned on a work surface and then cooked in the air fryer. Clean the air fryer basket and the work surface and you are all done.

    closeup of boneless air fryer pork ribs with slaw

    🥘 Ingredients

    6 raw boneless country style ribs on a wooden board
    pork rib rub seasoning in a glass jar for country style ribs
    • Country-style boneless ribs. These lean, meaty neighbors of back ribs and spare ribs come from the area where the shoulder and loin meet. Because of that, you may find these called pork shoulder country style ribs. If you want to eat ribs with a knife and fork, these are a perfect choice. (Source: Pork.org)
    • Dry rub. Perfect for these air fryer ribs is this recipe for the Best Dry Rub for Country Style Pork Ribs. The rub has dark brown sugar which adds a little sweetness and molasses flavor. Add in the select combination of spices for depth and flavor.
    • BBQ sauce. Use your favorite BBQ sauce to finish off your ribs. Or, use one of my fan favorite sauces such as this Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce. You will also want more BBQ sauce to serve alongside your ribs.

    The exact quantities of these ingredients is in the recipe card below.

    📖 Substitutions

    Dry rub. Use any of your favorite dry rubs on these country-style pork ribs. You can also increase or decrease any of the ingredients in small increments to suit your tastes.

    Homemade BBQ Sauce. Try homemade BBQ sauce or this sweet and tangy BBQ Sauce both of which work well for boneless country pork ribs.

    Other types of ribs. For more tasty and quick ribs, ribs in the oven. Other great choices include these rack of ribs in this Instant Pot recipe or these air fryer baby back ribs.

    🔪 How To Make Air Fryer Country Style Ribs

    1. Start with a preheated 375 degrees F air fryer. I always preheat my air fryer for accuracy of temperature and cooking time.
    2. Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel so the rub has full contact with the ribs. Measure the seasoning into a small bowl. Then using your fingers, sprinkle the seasoning all over the ribs including the sides of the ribs. You can pat the seasoning onto the ribs but there is no need to rub the dry rub into the ribs.
    pile of uncooked, seasoned with dry rub country style ribs ready for the air fryer
    Country Ribs Sprinkled All Over With Homemade Dry Rub
    1. Arrange the country-style ribs in the air fryer in a single layer. Air fry for 10 minutes, turn the ribs over and then cook another 10 minutes. Use an instant-read meat thermometer to test the internal temperature of the ribs. The ideal temperature at this stage is 175 degrees. Return the ribs to the air fryer if the need more cooking time.
    2. Brush the ribs with a thin layer of BBQ sauce. Cook 5 to 7 more minutes or until the sauce caramelizes and the ribs are fork tender. At this point, the ribs will reach about 205°F when tested with an instant-read thermometer.
    3. Using tongs, transfer the ribs to a serving plate. Serve hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side.
    large platter of boneless country pork ribs with sauce on a platter
    Tender, Juicy Boneless Country Pork Ribs

    💭 Tips For Tender Juicy Ribs

    • The USDA recommends 145°F as a safe temperature for pork. However, for truly tender ribs, the ribs should reach between 190°F and 205°F when tested with an instant-read thermometer.
    air fryer country style pork ribs on a rustic round board with side dishes
    Boneless Country Pork Ribs Served With Mac N Cheese and a Salad

    🥡 Storage

    The best way to store cooked leftover ribs is in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

    Uncooked country-style ribs should be used within 3 to 5 days from the sale date. Freeze uncooked ribs up to 4 to 12 months from the sale date.

    📋 Recipe

    pile of boneless air fryer country style ribs with bbq sauce served with corn and lettuce on the side

    Air Fryer Country Style Ribs (Boneless)

    Tender melt-in-your-mouth country-style ribs are a snap to make in the air fryer. These ribs are seasoned with a homemade dry rub perfect for country-style ribs. Then they are brushed with your favorite BBQ and caramelized in the air fryer. A perfectly tasty dinner is ready in no time.
    5 from 12 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Main
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 414 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 pounds country-style boneless pork ribs
    • 2 tablespoons best dry rub for country style ribs
    • 1 cup BBQ sauce

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the air fryer to 375° F.
    • Using paper towels, pat the ribs dry. Season the ribs all over with the dry rub.
    • Arrange the country-style ribs in the air fryer in an even layer. Air fry for 20 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking, The ribs should reach 175°F when tested with an instant-read thermometer.
    • Brush the ribs with a thin layer of BBQ sauce. Cook 5 to 7 more minutes or until the sauce is caramelized and the ribs are fork tender. At this point, the ribs will reach about 205°F when tested with an instant-read thermometer.
    • Using tongs, transfer the ribs to a serving plate. Serve hot with additional BBQ on the side.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 29gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 830mgPotassium: 662mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 277IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 3mg
    Collections Air Fryer, BBQ, Budget-Friendly, Comfort Food, Easy, Family Friendly, Pork, Quick
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was @MavenCookery or tag #mavencookery!

    More Pork

    • top down closeup of raw bratwurst and kielbasa on a prep board with herbs and spices
      Kielbasa vs Bratwurst: A Comparison for Home Cooks
    • sliced ham recipes, Easy-sliced-ham-recipes-pin
      7 Easy Glazed Sliced Ham Recipes
    • closeup of country style ribs oven baked with bbq sauce
      Easy Oven Baked Country Style Pork Ribs Recipe
    • Pork Carnitas sprinkle with cotija and cilantro
      Instant Pot Traditional Carnitas Recipe (Tacos de Carnitas)

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

    As Featured In...

    Media where Marilyn Haugen's recipes have been featured.
    Marilyn Haugen - Cookbook Author and Founder of Maven Cookery

    Hi, I am Marilyn

    I am a best-selling cookbook author, recipe developer, and mom to an amazing lady. I am crazy about eating, cooking, and celebrating with family and friends. Maven Cookery was developed to share my recipes and help make delicious comforting meals easier to make for the home cook.

    Dinner Ideas for Tonight

    • close up of beef back ribs recipe with ribs cut into 3 ribs portions. ribs are beautifully caramelized in a bbq sauce
      Easy Slow Baked Beef Back Ribs Recipe
    • Air fryer burgers from frozen. Two burgers with lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese on a poppy seed bun.
      Quick Juicy Air Fryer Burgers (Fresh or Frozen)
    • beef flanken short ribs, garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, on a bed of white rice
      Flanken Short Ribs Recipe (Korean Style Beef BBQ)
    • beef brisket served on a white plate with caramelized onions on arranged over the top
      Oven Baked Beef Brisket With the Best Brisket Rub
    • closeup of baked swordfish with garlic butter
      Easy Baked Swordfish Recipe With Garlic Butter
    • Top round roast carved on white serving platter with roasted carrots alongside ready to serve.
      Amazing Herb Rubbed Top Round Roast
    • All Recipes
    • Main Dishes
    • Grilling & BBQ
    • Game Day
    • Cookbooks

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    © All Rights Reserved

    • Contact Me
    • Disclosure and Privacy Policy

    Get The Latest

    Sign Up for my latest recipes. You can unsubscribe at any time.

    Want More Recipes

    Check out My Cookbooks on Amazon for hundreds of tried and tested recipes.

    Copyright © 2022 Maven Cookery a Food Blog by Marilyn Haugen