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Air Fryer Corn Ribs Recipe

Air fryer corn ribs are fun to eat! Corn is sliced, coated with butter & spices and air fried for a trendy Tik Tok favorite.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
27 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 158 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 corn on the cob ears
  • 3 tablespoon butter softened
  • 2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • fresh parsley or basil optional
Optional Dipping Sauce
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce

Instructions

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  1. Cut off the ends, remove the corn from the husk, and take off the silk. Rinse and clean each ear.
  2. Microwave the ears for 2 minutes to soften them before slicing. Let them cool for 5 minutes after microwaving.
  3. Use a sharp knife for slicing. Place the corn vertically and carefully cut it in half. Then cut the halves into quarters, creating four ribs from each ear.
  4. If you find it difficult to cut the ears into ribs, cut them in half horizontally and then make 8 shorter ribs.
  5. Mix butter, smoked paprika, garlic powder and fresh herbs in a small bowl. Mix it well to incorporate the spices throughout the butter.
  6. Brush the corn ribs on all sides with the butter mixture. Use a silicone pastry brush or a spoon to spread it out.
  7. Place the pieces of corn in the air fryer basket, making sure to keep them in a single layer.
  8. Air fry the ribs at 400 degrees F for 10-12 minutes, flipping them after 5 minutes. They will be curled and lightly charred, and crisp when they are done.
  9. Mix the mayonnaise and BBQ sauce in a small bowl for a quick dipping sauce. Other good dipping sauces are whipped feta dip, ranch dressing, or melted butter.

Notes

  • Tips:
  • Be extremely careful when cutting the ears into fourths, and watch your fingers. Use a sharp knife, and do not rush through the cutting. If it isn't working, cut the ears in half horizontally and make shorter ribs.
  • Be extremely careful when cutting the ears into fourths, and watch your fingers. Use a sharp knife, and do not rush through the cutting. If it isn't working, cut the ears in half horizontally and make shorter ribs.
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  • Seasoning variations:
  • Elote (Mexican Street Corn) - Use 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning. Then sprinkle Cotija cheese on the cooked ribs.
  • Sweet - Use 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon for a sweet and delicious treat.
  • Jamaican - Mix 1/2 tablespoon of jerk seasoning with the butter.
  • Elote (Mexican Street Corn) - Use 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning. Then sprinkle Cotija cheese on the cooked ribs.
  • Sweet - Use 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon for a sweet and delicious treat.
  • Jamaican - Mix 1/2 tablespoon of jerk seasoning with the butter.

Nutrition Information

Calories 158kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 23mg (8%) Sodium 82mg (3%) Potassium 277mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 923IU (18%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 7mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 158

% Daily Value*

Calories 158kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.4g 20%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 82mg 3%
Potassium 277mg 6%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 923IU 18%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 7mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.