Description
Charred Mexican-inspired vegan corn ribs showcase bold street-style flavors from Latin American cuisine. Smoky Aleppo chili butter and zesty lime cream cheese elevate plant-based grilling with crisp, addictive textures you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ears of corn
- 3 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tsp sweet paprika powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- 3 tbsps vegan butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 ½ tbsps Aleppo chili flakes
- Salt
- 125 g (4.4 oz) vegan cream cheese
- Zest of 1 lime
- ½ lime, juiced
- 2 tbsps toasted pine nuts
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander
- Extra lime zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat air fryer to 180°C / 355°F for optimal corn cooking conditions.
- Seasoning Creation: Whisk olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into a robust flavor blend.
- Corn Transformation: Slice corn cobs lengthwise into elegant paddle-shaped segments, ensuring precise cutting technique.
- Flavor Infusion: Thoroughly coat corn pieces with seasoning mixture, massaging spices into every surface for maximum taste absorption.
- Air Frying Technique: Position corn segments in air fryer basket without overcrowding, cooking for 15-20 minutes and rotating midway to achieve uniform golden-brown crispiness.
- Aleppo Chili Butter Crafting: Melt vegan butter with olive oil, integrate Aleppo chili flakes and salt to create a fiery, aromatic condiment.
- Lime Cream Cheese Preparation: Blend vegan cream cheese with lime zest and juice, whipping into a vibrant, tangy spread.
- Plating Artistry: Arrange crispy corn ribs on serving platter, adorning with lime cream cheese dollops and a lavish drizzle of spicy Aleppo Chili Butter.
- Final Flourish: Embellish with toasted pine nuts, chopped green onions, fresh coriander leaves, and an extra sprinkle of lime zest for textural complexity.
- Serving Recommendation: Present immediately as an innovative, plant-based culinary masterpiece that celebrates creative vegan cuisine.
Notes
- Slice with Care: Use a sharp knife and steady cutting board to transform corn cobs into precise, paddle-shaped ribs without crushing the kernels.
- Seasoning Strategy: Massage the oil and spice mixture thoroughly into corn segments to ensure deep, even flavor penetration and maximum taste experience.
- Spacing Matters: Arrange corn ribs in a single layer with small gaps between pieces in the air fryer to guarantee crispy, evenly cooked results.
- Zesty Finishing Touch: Add garnishes just before serving to maintain fresh texture and vibrant colors, preventing herbs from wilting and nuts from losing crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes (air fryer) or 35 minutes (oven)
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg