Corn Ribs
These easy Corn Ribs are coated in warm, smoky spices, cooked in the air fryer or grill, drizzled with lime crema, and topped with parmesan and cilantro. They’re a fun alternative to Mexican street corn and a great side dish for summer!
Servings: 24 corn ribs
Calories: 40kcal
Ingredients
- 3 fresh corn cobs husked and cleaned
- 3 Tablespoons butter melted
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 1 lime cut into wedges
Instructions
- Chop off both ends of each corn cob using a sharp knife to create flat, stable surfaces.
- Stand one cob vertically on a sturdy cutting board, then carefully slice down through the center from top to bottom, rocking the knife gently to split it in half.
- Lay each half flat side down on the board and cut lengthwise again to make quarters, then slice those pieces in half crosswise to create shorter rib-shaped sections.
- Stir the melted butter and olive oil together in a small bowl, then brush the mixture evenly over all sides of the corn pieces.
- Whisk the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chipotle powder, sea salt, and black pepper together in another bowl, then sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the greased corn.
- Arrange the seasoned corn ribs in a single layer in your air fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap, and cook at 400°F (204°C) for 6 minutes.
- Flip the corn sections over and air fry for another 5 to 6 minutes until the kernels turn golden brown and the ribs curl outward.
- Whisk the sour cream and lime juice together in a small bowl, drizzle it evenly over the hot corn ribs, then garnish the platter with the grated parmesan, cilantro, and fresh lime wedges. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Grilling method: To make these on a grill instead of an air fryer, preheat your grill to medium-high heat around 400°F (204°C). Place the seasoned corn ribs directly on the grates, close the lid, and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes, turning them every few minutes until you get a char and the ribs begin to curl.
- Store corn ribs in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer.
Nutrition
Calories: 40kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 147IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.1mg