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Crispy Viral Air Fryer Corn Ribs with Chili-Lime Glaze

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These crispy air fryer corn ribs are coated with a tangy chili-lime glaze, delivering a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes, they make a quick and crowd-pleasing snack for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of fresh corn, husked and cleaned
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste (preferably kosher salt)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, a pinch
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Using a sharp chef’s knife, carefully slice each ear of corn into 3-4 ribs lengthwise.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the corn ribs with olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Place the corn ribs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry for 10 minutes, then flip the ribs using tongs and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. While ribs cook, whisk together lime juice, honey, and cayenne pepper (if using) to make the chili-lime glaze.
  7. Brush the glaze generously over the cooked ribs and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Use a sharp knife to slice corn ribs safely and evenly for uniform cooking. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness. If ribs are not crispy enough, add 1-2 extra minutes in the air fryer but watch closely to prevent burning. For vegan glaze, substitute honey with maple syrup. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to restore crispiness.

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Keywords: air fryer, corn ribs, chili-lime glaze, crispy snack, easy recipe, gluten-free, vegan option

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