Air Fryer Mexican Corn Ribs (Tiktok Recipe)
Make viral Air Fryer Mexican Corn Ribs at home! Crispy corn coated in bold Mexican-inspired flavors and topped with creamy, cheesy goodness.
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn – husked and cleaned we like to use peaches and cream
- 2 tbsp salted butter melted
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Toppings
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese or cotija if you have it
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped – optional
- Extra chili powder or Tajin – for garnish
Instructions
- Carefully cut each ear of corn into quarters lengthwise.
- Tip: Stand the corn upright and use a sharp knife—this takes a bit of muscle, so go slow!
- In a large bowl, toss the corn strips with melted butter, olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the corn ribs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- (You may need to cook in batches depending on size.)
- Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the corn is tender and
- the edges are slightly crispy and curled.
- While the corn cooks, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and half of the parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
- Remove the corn ribs and drizzle or brush with the creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle with remaining parmesan, cilantro, and a dash of chili powder or Tajin.
- Serve immediately while warm and watch them disappear.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servings | Calories: 336kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 652mg | Potassium: 308mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 881IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 172mg | Iron: 1mg