Air Fryer Corn Ribs with Buttery Seasoning and Spicy Mayo Recipe
These Air Fryer Corn Ribs are a fun and flavorful twist on corn on the cob, featuring a buttery and spicy seasoning blend. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer to achieve a crispy outside and tender inside, they are topped with a savory mix of chili powder, paprika, and cotija cheese, complemented by a creamy sriracha mayo sauce for dipping or drizzling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 ribs per corn cob, approximately 24 pieces total
- Category: Appetizer
- 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 Ribs: Using a cutting board, cut the ends off each corn cob. Then, place the cob vertically and carefully slice it down the center lengthwise, rocking the knife back and forth until it cuts through. Repeat for all 3 cobs.
- Cut into Ribs: Place each half of the corn cob with the corn side up and rib side down. Cut each half lengthwise again, then cut them in half on the short edge to create 8 long corn ribs per cob.
- Brush with Butter: Melt the butter in a microwave-safe dish and brush it evenly over all the corn ribs to coat them thoroughly.
- Air Fry the Corn: Arrange the corn ribs in a single layer in the air fryer basket (you may need to cook in batches). Cook at 400°F for 6 minutes, then rotate or flip the corn ribs and cook for another 6 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
- Mix Spicy Mayo: While the corn cooks, combine mayonnaise and sriracha in a small bowl, mixing well to create a spicy mayo sauce.
- Combine Seasonings: In another small bowl, mix chili powder, paprika, salt, garlic powder, cumin, and black pepper to form a seasoning blend.
- Season the Corn Ribs: Place the cooked corn ribs in a large bowl. Sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over the ribs, then top with grated cotija or parmesan cheese. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
- Serve: Drizzle the spicy mayo over the seasoned corn ribs or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce for added flavor.
Notes
- Be very careful when cutting the corn ribs to avoid injury; use a sharp knife and keep fingers safely away.
- If you don’t have cotija cheese, parmesan is a perfect substitute.
- You can adjust the amount of sriracha in the mayo to control the spice level.
- These corn ribs are best enjoyed immediately for maximum crispness.
- Cooking in batches ensures even air frying and prevents overcrowding.
