Air Fryer Corn Ribs with Spicy Mayo and Seasoned Butter Recipe
This Air Fryer Corn Ribs recipe features fresh corn cut into rib-like sections, seasoned with a buttery and spicy blend, air fried to crisp perfection, and topped with grated cheese and a zesty spicy mayo. It's a flavorful and fun way to enjoy corn as a snack or side dish in just 22 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Corn Ribs
- 3 fresh corn cobs
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Cotija or Parmesan cheese
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Spicy Mayo
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: Cut off the ends of each corn cob. Hold each cob vertically and carefully slice it down the center lengthwise. Be cautious to avoid injury as the knife can cut quickly.
- Cut into Ribs: Place each half of the corn cob with the corn side up and rib side down. Slice each half into two lengthwise pieces again, then cut each into halves on the short edge, resulting in 8 long pieces per cob.
- Butter the Corn Ribs: Melt the butter in a microwave-safe dish and brush the melted butter evenly over the corn ribs.
- Air Fry the Corn Ribs: Arrange the corn ribs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to cook in batches. Air fry at 400℉ for 6 minutes, then rotate the ribs and cook for an additional 6 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Make the Spicy Mayo: While the corn cooks, mix mayonnaise and sriracha in a small bowl until combined.
- Prepare the Seasoning Blend: In another small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, salt, garlic powder, cumin, and black pepper and mix well.
- Season the Corn Ribs: Place cooked corn ribs into a large bowl. Sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over them, then top with grated cheese and optional fresh cilantro.
- Add Spicy Mayo: Drizzle the spicy mayo over the corn ribs or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Be very cautious when cutting the corn ribs to avoid injury; use a sharp knife and a stable cutting board.
- You can substitute Cotija cheese with Parmesan for a similar salty flavor.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the corn ribs in an oven at 425℉ for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the mayo to control the spiciness.
- Fresh cilantro is optional but adds a nice bright, herbal note to the dish.
