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How Long to Cook Boneless Country-Style Pork Ribs (BBQ Braised) in the instant pot

Specification: 2-3 lbs boneless country-style pork ribs (cut from shoulder), seasoned with dry rub, 1 cup apple juice in base

Target Temp
Heat Waves
240°F (116°C)
Pressure Level
Total Time
Clock Time
35–40 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
195°F–200°F (91°C–93°C) fork-tender
USDA Safe Pull
Release: 10-minute natural release (35 min pressure + 10 min release)
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Add boneless country-style pork ribs (bbq braised) (2-3 lbs boneless country-style pork ribs (cut from shoulder), seasoned with dry rub, 1 cup apple juice in base) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select 240°F (116°C) for 35–40 mins.

2
Pressure Cook

Cook at 240°F (116°C) for 35–40 mins. Use 10-minute natural release.

3
Check & Rest

Meat breaks apart under gentle fork press; fat fully rendered into cooking liquid. After 10-minute natural release, carefully open the lid away from you. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USDA FSIS Safe Cooking of Pork; National Pork Board Pressure Cooking Guide.

Pro Tip: Country-style ribs are cut from the pork shoulder; they need 35–40 minutes to break down dense intramuscular fat and become fork-tender.

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