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Crispy Corn Ribs with Chili Lime Mayo

Close-up of several golden brown, crispy corn ribs served on a white plate next to a swirl of bright orange chili lime mayo.
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Make crunchy corn ribs using your preferred cooking method and serve them with a zesty homemade chili lime mayonnaise.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn, husks removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, fresh
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons cotija cheese, crumbled (optional garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the corn: Stand each ear of corn upright on a cutting board. Carefully slice each ear lengthwise into four equal wedges, creating ‘ribs’. Use caution when cutting.
  2. Season the ribs: In a bowl, toss the corn ribs with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until coated.
  3. Cook the ribs: Choose your cooking method. For air frying, place ribs in a single layer in the basket and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp. For baking, arrange on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, turning once. For deep frying, heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  4. Make the mayo: While the corn cooks, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, lime zest, and cayenne pepper (if using) in a small bowl. Mix well until smooth.
  5. Serve: Arrange the hot, crispy corn ribs on a platter. Serve immediately with the chili lime mayo for dipping. Garnish with cotija cheese and cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • Use sweet corn varieties for the best flavor and texture.
  • For extra crispiness in the oven, you can lightly spray the ribs with cooking spray before baking.
  • If you prefer a vegan option, substitute the mayonnaise with a vegan mayonnaise base.

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