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Corn Ribs

Crispy Corn Ribs with Smoky Chipotle Crema You’ll Love

Crispy corn ribs topped with smoky chipotle crema, a delightful appetizer for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Ribs
  • 2 cobs fresh corn choose plump, brightly colored cobs
  • 1 tablespoon olive or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 handful cilantro optional for garnish
For the Chipotle Crema
  • 0.5 cup plain vegan yogurt or vegan mayonnaise
  • 0.5 piece chipotle pepper in adobo sauce adjust depending on heat preference
  • 0.5 lime lime juice juice from half a lime
  • 1 teaspoon agave or honey for non-vegan adaptations
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt for crema

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

How to Make Corn Ribs
  1. Cut off the ends of the corn cobs. Halve each cob for stability and then slice each half into quarters, creating 16 corn ribs.
  2. In a bowl, toss the corn ribs with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Ensure they are evenly coated.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the plain vegan yogurt, chipotle pepper, lime juice, agave, and salt. Mix until smooth.
  4. For Air Fryer: Preheat to 380°F and cook for 8-10 minutes until crispy. For Oven: Preheat to 400°F, spread on a baking sheet, and bake for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot or cold with the chipotle crema for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best texture, serve corn ribs immediately after cooking. Optional to add a sprinkle of lime zest for extra zing.

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