Halve the corn cobs
Half pieces fit better into the basket, leave air in between and can be safely turned with a plier.
Mexican inspired Recipe
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Fresh pieces of corn on the cob cook without pre-boiling. A thin film of oil protects the surface, while butter added after cooking keeps its full flavour.
Total time
21 min
Calories
215 kcal
Servings
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Juicy corn with roasted areas
Fresh sweetcorn needs neither water nor foil in the air fryer. Halved cobs fit most baskets and are easier to turn. The corn is ready when the kernels are hot, juicy and browned in places; cooking it for too long makes the skin tough.
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Recipe
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
In the air fryer, corn cobs are juicy and slightly roasted in a few minutes before lime butter and peppers come to the hot grains.
Ingredients
4 servings
Method
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1
Prepare maize
Remove the leaves and threads completely. Wash the plunger, pat dry and halve with a heavy knife.
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2
Thin oils
Rub the corn pieces all around with rapeseed oil and season with half of the salt.
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3
Preheating
Preheat air fryer 3 minutes to 195 °C. Place corn pieces in the basket at a distance.
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4
Roasting
Cook flasks 11 to 13 minutes and turn every 4 minutes until individual grains show golden brown spots.
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5
Mix lime butter
Meanwhile, mix butter with lime peel, a teaspoon of lime juice, peppers, chilli and remaining salt.
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6
Sprinkle hot
Sprinkle corn with lime butter directly after cooking and sprinkle with coriander or parsley.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Rotate multiple
Corn is round and gets colour only on one side. Turn around every four minutes by about a quarter turn.
Do not dry out
Once the grains are hot and browned, remove them. Additional minutes make the shell more tough than crispy.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Sprinkle with 30 g of finely grated parmesan and parsley; reduce the salt in the butter.
Replace butter with vegetable margarine and add a teaspoon of mild miso.
Nutrition per serving
215kcal
31.0 gCarbohydrates
5.0 gProtein
9.0 gFat
Values are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Fresh, halved sweet corn takes about 11 to 13 minutes at 195 °C and is rotated several times.
No. Fresh sweet corn cooks directly in the air fryer. Precooked corn takes a few minutes less.
Yes, if it fits in the basket. Extend cooking time, turn regularly and check whether the centre is completely hot.
It may have been overlaid or cooked for too long. Use fresh flasks and remove immediately after browning.
The flasks can be cleaned and cooled a few hours before cooking. Apply oil and salt just before cooking.
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