Crispy Garlic Pork Ribs in a Pressure Cooker
Golden, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs fried with garlic and finished under pressure for the perfect balance of crispy and tender. This beloved Brazilian comfort dish comes together with just four pantry staples and delivers bold, satisfying flavor.
🛒 Ingredients
5 servings
- 2 kg pork spare ribs, semi-fatty cut
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
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Directions
- 1
Heat the oil in a pressure cooker over medium heat and fry the garlic until golden and fragrant.
- 2
Add the pork ribs and season generously with salt.
- 3
Fry uncovered for approximately 40 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is deeply browned on all sides.
- 4
Pour in one cup (approximately 200 ml) of water, seal the lid, and pressure cook for 10 minutes.
- 5
Remove from heat, allow the pressure to release naturally, then serve immediately.
💡 Chef's Tip
Pat the ribs dry with paper towels before frying to achieve a crispier crust. The ribs will shrink significantly during cooking — this is normal and concentrates the flavor.
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