This easy Air fryer Corn on the Cob, roasted to perfection, crispy from out and tender within, made in typical Indian style, is an incredibly delicious appetizer. Made spicy with red chili, tangy with fresh lemon juice, this air fryer grilled corn cob gathers quickly and is a crowd pleaser!
If you are looking for a healthier and easier way to enjoy corn on the cob in this monsoon, you must try this Air Fryer Corn on the Cob recipe, which is bold in Indian spicy flavors! Embrace the goodness of corn, and let the air fryer work its magic to create a crispy scrumptious snack or side dish ready in no time.
In India, monsoons means to have the amazing Bhutta from the road side- slowly roasted over the coals, charred and crunchy, those corn cobs bring wonderful memories from my childhood.
I never imagined that roasting the corn cobs would be such an easy task with an air fryer. If you had been boiling the kernels, you would know how much time it takes. With this quick recipe of grilled corn on the cob, enjoy the healthy snacking on a rainy day or any day of the year!
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Why Would You Love This Recipe?
- A perfect nutritious snack or an appetizer.
- Balance of savory, spicy and tangy flavors.
- Vegan & Gluten Free.
- Crispy and browned from out and tender juicy within.
- Air Fryer reduces the cooking time.
- Scalable Recipe
- Can be made ahead of time.
- Kids Friendly.
Ingredients
- Corn on the cob: This recipe uses fresh corn on the cob. The same recipe can be used for making crispy corn kernels.
- Sesame Oil: A drizzle of fragrant sesame oil adds a rich, nutty flavor and makes corn crispy, brown giving it appetizing appearance. You may sue ghee or butter as well.
- Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a refreshing and tangy twist that complements the corn's natural sweetness, making each bite even more delightful.
- Red Chili: For those seeking a touch of spice, a dash of red chili powder adds a subtle kick, infusing the corn with a tantalizing heat that lingers on the taste buds and takes the flavor to a whole new level. My version of spicy may be different. So I would suggest to start with less chili powder.
- Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the corn's inherent sweetness, balancing the flavors and elevating the taste to new heights, creating the perfect savory-sweet harmony. If you are using salted butter, you may skip adding salt.
Variations
- Oven Grilled Corn on the Cob- If you wish to have more charred flavor or don't have an air fryer, you may roast corn in the preheated oven for 25-30 min at 200 °C.
- Corn on the Cob in Foil- I haven't tried roasting corn cob in foil. I think it would be less crispy and browned. So, if you are looking for boiled corn version, you may try that. But for a charred crispy version you should not wrap it in foil.
- Corn with Garlic Butter: Mix melted butter with minced garlic to create a luscious garlic butter sauce.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle your favorite shredded cheese (cheddar, Parmesan, or a blend) over the air fried corn cob just 2 min before it's done.
- Garnish with Fresh Herbs: Garnish with finely chopped fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or chives for a pop of color.
Expert Tips
- It's essential to preheat your air fryer before roasting corn cob.. This ensures that the corn starts cooking immediately.
- I don't recommend soaking corn in the water as that would make corn soggy and not crispy. Unless, you are using this recipe for boiling corns easily, don't soak the corn cob in water.
- Before air frying, only apple oil/ ghee. This step is important as it would result in perfect browning of corn or else they won't.
- Air fry on highest temperature as the high heat will create that desirable grilled texture and char on the corn.
- Make sure to rotate the corn, when half way through, to ensure even cooking on all sides.
- When pierced with a fork, the corn should be tender but not mushy, if it's done.
- If you are using frozen corn cob, it's ideal to thaw the frozen corn on the cob before air frying. You can do this by placing the frozen cobs in the refrigerator overnight and keeping on the kitchen counter half an before air frying. Make sure to dry it with kitchen cloth.
Storage Suggestions
If you have leftover cooked corn on the cob, let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Wrap the corn in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. Use the cooked corn within 2-3 days for the best quality.
I don't recommend freezing the air fried corn cob as it would make them very chewy.
What To Team With These Corn Cobs?
Team these Crispy Corn Cobs with dip of your choice or have them with following for a quick meal:
- Veg Beet Tacos
- Hummus with Pita
- Cucumber Onion Salad
- Veg Pumpkin Patty Burger
Recipe FAQs
Yes, corn turns out brown and crispy from the out and tender within when roasted in air fryer. If you want a quicker way of roasting corns, you should use air fryer.
I set it at the highest temp (200 degrees C) for the charred corn.
You may put the foil in air fryer's basket. However, I would suggest not to as it may react with the food kept in it. The best way is to use parchment paper or directly place food in the basket and clean it later.
Detailed Recipe With Steps
Step 1 Prepping The Cob
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes to ensure it's hot and ready for cooking.
If using fresh corn on the cob, remove the husks and silk, leaving the cobs intact. Lightly brush the corn cob with sesame oil or olive oil or melted butter. This will add flavor and help the seasoning stick to the corn. I have used sesame oil. Break the corn in parts to place it easily in air fryer basket.
Step 2 Air Fry The Corn Cob
Place the seasoned corn on the cob in the air fryer basket or on the grill pan. Make sure they are in a single layer and not overlapping to ensure even cooking. Air fry the corn on the cob at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on the size of the corn and your air fryer's performance. You can check the corn halfway through and rotate them.
To check if the corn is done, pierce a kernel with a fork. The corn should be tender and cooked through.
Step 3 Cool, Glaze and Serve
Once the corn on the cob is cooked to your liking, remove it from the air fryer and let it cool for a moment.
Serve the air-fried corn on the cob hot with your favorite toppings like butter, grated cheese, fresh herbs, or a squeeze of lime juice. I prefer applying the red chili, chaat masala, and salt mixture with half cut lemon.
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Air Fryer Corn On the Cob In Indian Style {Vegan, Healthy, Low Calorie}
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 large fresh corn on the cob
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tsp red chili powder optional as it would make it spicy
- 2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- pink salt or chaat masala as per taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for a few minutes to ensure it's hot and ready for cooking.
- If using fresh corn on the cob, remove the husks and silk, leaving the cobs intact. Lightly brush the corn cob with sesame oil or olive oil or melted butter. This will add flavor and help the seasoning stick to the corn. I have used sesame oil.
- Place the seasoned corn on the cob in the air fryer basket or on the grill pan. Make sure they are in a single layer and not overlapping to ensure even cooking.Air fry the corn on the cob at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on the size of the corn and your air fryer's performance. You can check the corn halfway through and rotate them.
- To check if the corn is done, pierce a kernel with a fork. The corn should be tender and cooked through.
- Once the corn on the cob is cooked to your liking, remove it from the air fryer and let it cool for a moment.
- Serve the air-fried corn on the cob hot with your favorite toppings like butter, grated cheese, fresh herbs, or a squeeze of lime juice. I prefer applying the red chili and salt mixture with half cut lemon.
Notes
- It's essential to preheat your air fryer before roasting corn cob.. This ensures that the corn starts cooking immediately.
- I don't recommend soaking corn in the water as that would make corn soggy and not crispy. Unless, you are using this recipe for boiling corns easily, don't soak the corn cob in water.
- Before air frying, only apple oil/ ghee. This step is important as it would result in perfect browning of corn or else they won't.
- Air fry on highest temperature as the high heat will create that desirable grilled texture and char on the corn.
- Make sure to rotate the corn, when half way through, to ensure even cooking on all sides.
- When pierced with a fork, the corn should be tender but not mushy, if it's done.
- If you are using frozen corn cob, it's ideal to thaw the frozen corn on the cob before air frying. You can do this by placing the frozen cobs in the refrigerator overnight and keeping on the kitchen counter half an before air frying. Make sure to dry it with kitchen cloth
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving size: person | |
| Servings: 1 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 195 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 5.1g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat 0.7g | 4% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 786mg | 34% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.5g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 9.1g | |
| Protein 5.4g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 74mg | 6% |
| Iron 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium 85mg | 2% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice | |
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