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Corn Ribs are a fun, flavorful twist on classic corn on the cob, cut into rib-like wedges and roasted or air-fried until tender and crispy. Coated with smoky spices and topped with a creamy, tangy Elote-inspired sauce, they’re perfect for snacking or sharing.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side
  • Method: Air Fryer or Oven
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 corn on the cob
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat air fryer or oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the ends off the corn, stand upright, and carefully slice each cob in half, then into quarters to create 4 ribs per cob.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil with garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush the spice oil mixture generously over all sides of the corn ribs.
  5. Air fry for 10 minutes or bake for 10–15 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
  6. Meanwhile, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, cotija cheese, cilantro, lime juice, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  7. Once corn ribs are cooked, brush or drizzle with Elote sauce or serve it on the side. Garnish with extra cotija and cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

  • Use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream for a tangier sauce.
  • Add cayenne or hot sauce for a spicier kick.
  • Parmesan or feta can substitute for cotija cheese.
  • Cut corn ribs in advance but cook just before serving for best texture.
  • Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for a few minutes to revive crispiness.

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