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Air Fryer Elote Corn Ribs
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Air Fryer Elote Corn Ribs Recipe

These Air Fryer Elote Corn Ribs are a delightful twist on classic elote, featuring corn riblets seasoned with taco seasoning, air-fried to crispy perfection, and topped with a zesty mayonnaise, sour cream, and cotija cheese mixture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer/Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 ears fresh corn
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • ⅓ cup cotija cheese
  • ⅓ cup chopped cilantro

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Remove husks and silk from the corn. Wash and pat dry.
  2. Microwave for 2 minutes, then let cool for 5 minutes.
  3. Cut into riblets by slicing vertically down the center of each ear.
  4. Brush olive oil mixed with taco seasoning onto each riblet.
  5. Air fry at 385 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, taco seasoning, and lime juice in a bowl.
  7. Top cooked riblets with cotija cheese, lime juice, and sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

Taco-spiced, tangy, and loaded with cheese, these corn ribs feel right at home at any summer hang or weeknight dinner.