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Air Fryer Corn Ribs
By Lucy · October 25, 2026
Buttery, smoky corn ribs coated in a handful of pantry spices and air fried until crispy at the edges. The perfect side for your next BBQ, burger night or summer dinner.
Prep
10 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Serves
2
Ingredients
- 2 corn cobs
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp chilli powder
Method
- 1
Remove the husks from the corn cobs. Using a sharp knife and a cutting board, carefully cut each cob in half crosswise, then cut each half into quarters lengthwise to create the corn ribs.
- 2
Melt butter in a small bowl. Add olive oil, salt, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, onion powder and chilli powder. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Brush the seasoning mixture evenly over all the corn ribs with a pastry brush, making sure they're well coated.
- 4
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the corn ribs in a single layer and air fry for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and lightly golden.
- 5
For extra-crispy corn ribs, cook them for a few extra minutes, keeping an eye on them to prevent burning.
- 6
Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Oven method: Preheat the oven to 400°F ( 200°C). Arrange the seasoned corn ribs on a lined baking tray and bake for about 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and golden. For extra crispy edges, finish under the grill (broiler) for a couple of minutes, watching closely.
- Corn cobs can be tough to cut, so use a sturdy, sharp knife and a stable cutting board.
- Cook in batches if needed so the corn ribs aren't overcrowded and cook evenly.
- Best enjoyed hot, straight from the air fryer or oven.