Air Fryer Corn Ribs

These delicious Air Fryer Corn Ribs are not only super fun to eat, they are just the right amount of crispy, sweet, and juicy. We love them for snacking and to take as an appetizer for parties.

While cutting a cob of corn this way is difficult and can be dangerous when not done correctly, it’s so worth it! As they cook, they curl up to look like a rib, and this makes them super easy to eat, just like a rib. To avoid the difficulty, you can now buy corn ribs already cut at some stores.

You might have seen these on Tik Tok or at a local restaurant. They became quite popular and everyone was raving about them. If you try them, you’ll see why.

Why You’ll Love Them

• Crispy Texture: Air fryer corn ribs achieve a delightful crispy exterior while keeping the corn kernels tender and juicy, offering a unique and satisfying texture contrast.
• Flavorful Char: The air fryer gives corn ribs a beautiful char and grilled flavor without the need for an actual grill, enhancing the natural sweetness of the corn with a smoky note.
• Convenient and Mess-Free: Cooking corn ribs in an air fryer is not only quick and easy, but it also reduces the mess associated with traditional frying or grilling methods, making cleanup a breeze.

Helpful Tips

• If you have a sharp, large knife, approach cutting the corn like chopping wood. Get it started a little bit so you can hold the knife in both hands, then pound the corn against the cutting board as the knife slices through the cob. Once you get it cut in half, you can set it flat side down and cut through it again.
• You can actually buy corn riblets at many grocery stores now.
• Be very careful cutting the corn into strips. I suggest heating the cobs for 2 minutes in the microwave to soften them first. Use a large, sharp knife. Do not place your fingers below the knife.

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Air Fryer Corn Ribs

These delicious Air Fryer Corn Ribs are not only super fun to eat, they are just the right amount of crispy, sweet, and juicy. We love them for snacking and to take as an appetizer for parties.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 22 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 2 Servings

Calories 427 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 ears fresh corn on the cob
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons lime juice
• Tajin seasoning for garnish
• 1 tablespoon cotija cheese for garnish

Instructions

 

• Take the husks off the corn and chop off the ends. Carefully and with a sharp knife, cut the cobs into quarters, lengthwise.
• Mix together the olive oil and the seasonings. Brush on the corn ribs.
• Place them in the air fryer basket.
• Air fry for 12 minutes on 400°F (200°C), flipping halfway through the cook time.
• Whisk mayonnaise and lime juice together in a bowl.
• When the ribs are ready, serve them with the sauce drizzled over the top, a sprinkle of tajin seasoning, and some crumbled cotija.

Nutrition

Calories: 427kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 582mgPotassium: 327mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1211IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 1mg

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