Description
Succulent Korean-style instant pot pork riblets combine sweet and spicy flavors for an unforgettable meal. Tender meat falls off the bone, delivering a delicious experience that will impress guests and satisfy hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) pork riblets
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
Instructions
- Spice Preparation: Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a robust seasoning blend for the pork riblets.
- Seasoning Application: Thoroughly massage the spice mixture into each riblet, ensuring comprehensive and even coating for maximum flavor penetration.
- Searing Setup: Activate the Instant Pot’s sauté function and introduce olive oil, creating a high-temperature cooking surface for initial meat caramelization.
- Meat Browning: Strategically place riblets in the hot pot, searing each side to develop a rich, golden crust that intensifies the meat’s natural flavors and creates a beautiful exterior.
- Liquid Foundation: Gently pour chicken broth into the Instant Pot, establishing a flavorful braising liquid that will tenderize and enhance the meat during pressure cooking.
- Pressure Cooking Preparation: Secure the lid, positioning the valve to sealing, and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for an intense cooking environment.
- Cooking Cycle: Program the device for 20 minutes of high-pressure cooking, allowing the riblets to become incredibly tender while absorbing the surrounding aromatics and spices.
- Pressure Release: After cooking, permit a natural pressure release for 10-12 minutes, which helps retain moisture and allows the meat to continue softening gently.
- Serving Preparation: Carefully extract the riblets, letting them rest briefly to redistribute internal juices, ensuring a succulent and perfectly cooked final dish.
Notes
- Spice Blend Mastery: Mix spices thoroughly to ensure each riblet gets an even, flavor-packed coating for maximum taste sensation.
- Searing Secrets: Golden-brown crust develops critical flavor complexity, so don’t rush the initial searing process and aim for consistent browning on all sides.
- Liquid Precision: Chicken broth creates moisture and helps prevent burning, but measure carefully to maintain perfect cooking environment.
- Pressure Release Technique: Natural pressure release prevents meat from becoming tough, allowing riblets to remain incredibly juicy and tender during the resting phase.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing, Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg