Grilled Corn Ribs
A fun and easy twist on corn on the cob, sliced into rib-like strips, seasoned, and grilled or air-fried with garlic-lime butter.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Cut each ear of corn into quarters lengthwise to create rib-like strips.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lime juice, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Brush the butter mixture evenly over the corn ribs.
- Grill over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred. Alternatively, air-fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes.
- Sprinkle with cilantro before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili powder to the butter mixture.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like sour cream or spicy mayo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg