Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe
Enjoy perfectly roasted corn on the cob in the air fryer! Quick, easy, and delicious, this cooking method preserves the corn’s natural sweetness and flavor.
Tis the season for fresh corn in our area and I’m so excited! Whether I pick it up at the farmers’ market or at a local fruit and vegetable stand, nothing quite beats the taste of sweet corn on the cob straight from the farm.
There are plenty of methods for cooking up your corn on the cob. The most common is to boil it in a pot of water on the stove top.
We have also cooked our corn on the grill and over a campfire. While each method has its benefits, today I am going to show you how to make corn on the cob in an air fryer.
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This tender corn is perfect as a side dish with burgers, steak, or chicken. Cut the corn kernels off of the cob and use them in this delicious grilled corn salad.
You could also use this cooking method to make Mexican street corn, coated in a creamy sauce with lime juice, cotija cheese, cilantro, and Tajin seasoning.
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Serving Size: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Corn, husks and silks removed
- Unsalted butter, divided
- Salt
Instructions
1. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
2. Place each ear of corn on a piece of aluminum foil large enough to wrap it completely.
3. Place 1 tablespoon of butter on each ear of corn.
4. Sprinkle each ear of corn with salt, dividing it evenly among them.
5. Wrap each ear of corn tightly in the aluminum foil.
6. Place the wrapped corn in the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer.
7. Cook in the air fryer at 390°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
8. After 10 minutes, carefully unwrap the corn and return them to the air fryer basket.
9. Cook uncovered for an additional 3 minutes to allow the corn to develop a slight char and enhance the flavor.
10. Once cooked, remove the sweetcorn from the air fryer and serve hot.
Recipe Notes
- You can use salted butter, but adjust the added salt accordingly to avoid over-seasoning.
- Feel free to customize the seasoning with your favorite herbs or spices, like garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, or freshly ground black pepper.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may be able to cook more ears of corn at once. Just make sure they fit comfortably in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding. Cook in batches if needed.
- You can cook the corn directly in the air fryer basket, but using foil helps to keep the corn moist and prevents it from drying out during cooking.
- Store any leftover corn in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Usually, I keep it simple, just seasoning my corn on the cob with melted butter and salt. Other times, I add chopped parsley or chives. A sprinkle of parmesan cheese is also delicious! Give it a try.
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Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn husks and silks removed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Place each ear of corn on a piece of aluminum foil large enough to wrap it completely.
- Place 1 tablespoon of butter on each ear of corn.
- Sprinkle each ear of corn with salt, dividing it evenly among them.
- Wrap each ear of corn tightly in the aluminum foil.
- Place the wrapped corn in the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer.
- Cook in the air fryer at 390°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, carefully unwrap the corn and return them to the air fryer basket.
- Cook uncovered for an additional 3 minutes to allow the corn to develop a slight char and enhance the flavor.
- Once cooked, remove the sweetcorn from the air fryer and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use salted butter, but adjust the added salt accordingly to avoid over-seasoning.
- Feel free to customize the seasoning with your favorite herbs or spices, like garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, or freshly ground black pepper.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may be able to cook more ears of corn at once. Just make sure they fit comfortably in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding. Cook in batches if needed.
- You can cook the corn directly in the air fryer basket, but using foil helps to keep the corn moist and prevents it from drying out during cooking.
- Store any leftover corn in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Usually, I keep it simple, just seasoning my corn on the cob with melted butter and salt. Other times, I add chopped parsley or chives. A sprinkle of parmesan cheese is also delicious! Give it a try.
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