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Air Fryer Short Ribs

Short Ribs in the Air Fryer are an easy recipe for a quick dinner! Make tender ribs with minimal effort. No need to worry about braising short ribs every time you cook them anymore! If you're looking for beef short ribs quickly, your air fryer will give you the best results.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 387kcal
Author: Briana

Ingredients

  • 2.25 pounds bone-in beef short ribs (English cut)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil (as needed)
  • parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Dry short ribs off really well with a paper towel. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F.  In a small bowl, make a simple dry rub with 2 teaspoons of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon of coarse black pepper, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder. Coat all sides of the ribs with the seasoning blend. Now, cover the ribs with 1-2 tablespoons (as needed) of olive oil on all sides.
  • Place ribs in a single layer on air fryer trays or the bottom of the air fryer basket. Cook until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F internally. *Although other cuts of beef can be consumed rare at 120°F, you will want to cook these longer, or else they won't be tender enough. This should take roughly 15 minutes.
  • Allow short ribs to rest for 10 minutes before digging in to seal in the juices. That's it! Garnish with fresh parsley and serve!
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer, on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Notes

  • Although beef can be consumed at an internal temperature of 120°F (rare) we recommend cooking this cut to 165°F - 200°F so it becomes more tender. 
  • Allow short ribs to sit out at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Be mindful that cooking times will varyThe time needed to cook the meat is based on the model of your air fryer. Higher wattage may want to use a lower temperature/shorter cooking time. 
  • Season generously. Generally speaking, you want about 1 teaspoon of kosher salt per pound of meat. We went with a little less in this recipe because some of the final weight comes from the bone. If you have time, it's always great to season them a day or two in advance and store them in the fridge. This will dry age them a bit, making the meat incredibly flavorful!
  • Use a meat thermometer. We love using a bluetooth thermometer so we can walk away from the air fryer and keep an eye on the internal temperature, so we take it out at exactly the right time for your preferred temperature.
  • Don't overcook the meat! Similar to what we said above, keep in mind that the short ribs will continue cooking once we take them out of the air fryer, so you can take them out about 5°F below your desired temperature.
  • Let the meat rest. It's important to let the meat sit for a few minutes before digging in. This keeps the meat juicy, as the moisture will be re-distributed throughout the meat.

Nutrition

Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 1284mg | Potassium: 679mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 4mg