Chipotle Corn Ribs (in the Air Fryer)
Ready to shake up your snack game? These chipotle corn ribs are the crispy, spicy snack you didn’t know you needed. Perfect for BBQs, parties, or just because—they’re so easy, you’ll be munching on air-fried corn ribs in no time!
Servings: 8 corn ribs
Calories: 23kcal
Ingredients
- 1 corn on the cob uncooked
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter melted
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Note: the hardest part about this recipe is cutting the corn cob. Please be safe about this! It requires a very sharp large knife and a lot of muscle strength.
- Shuck the corn by removing the husk and all the stringy fibers (which can be discarded or added to your compost).
- Cut the corn cob in half and then into quarters creating 8 spears that will be your "corn ribs." Here's how: Using a sharp knife, lots of muscle, and steady hands, slice the corn in half crosswise creating two much shorter cob (this is the easiest cut). Then, take one half, steady it on the cutting board, and cut it in half lengthwise. This is tough to do, and will require a see-saw motion with your knife as you slowly work your way through the core of the rind. Once cut, place each piece with thee flat side down, and cut in half lengthwise again, so you have four spears. Take your remaining half-cob and do the same, so you have a total of 8 spears.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted vegan butter, garlic powder, chipotle powder, and salt until well combined.
- Using a basting brush, brush the buttery mixture evenly over all the corn ribs until they are fully coated.
- Place the seasoned corn ribs into an air fryer, forming a single layer. Air fry at 375ºF for 8 minutes, flip, and cook for another 4 minutes.
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Notes
Safety First!
- Slow and steady wins the race! Use a sharp knife and take your time cutting the corn to avoid any accidents.
- Oven Magic: Though your ribs will be crispier and a little bit crunchier in the air fryer, you can certainly use your oven to make these. If you have a convection option, even better. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and place your ribs on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cook for about 10 minutes on one side, flip, and then 8-10 minutes on the other side.
- Fridge Fresh: In the fridge, any remaining pieces will be good for about 3-4 days.
- Freeze for Later: You can freeze any leftover pieces in a sealed plastic container or freezer-safe bag for up to a year. Though once they're seasoned, cooked, and frozen, they will slowly degrade in both flavor and texture.
- Warm-Up Tips: Either use a skillet on medium heat, the microwave, or add back to the air fryer for a few minutes. All methods will warm up your ribs, though the air fryer will get them back almost to their original texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg