With the addition of garlic butter and taco seasoning, these baked Tik Tok Corn Ribs are a spicy-sweet twist on the original recipe.

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WHY WE LOVE THIS CORN RIBS RECIPE
Ingredients
SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS
HOW TO MAKE CORN RIBS
Tips
Storage Tips
Corn Ribs in the Air Fryer
OTHER EASY SIDE DISH RECIPES
Tik Tok Corn Ribs Recipe

If the thought of TikTok Corn Ribs just makes your mouth water, I have a garlicky, perfectly seasoned treat in store for you! With the lip-smacking addition of garlic butter and taco seasoning, these baked corn curls are a spicy-sweet twist on the original recipe. You’ll never want plain corn again! And since these “riblets” are gluten-free and low in carbs, what’s not to love?

WHY WE LOVE THIS CORN RIBS RECIPE

Quick and easy to make in under 25 minutes.
Only uses 6 simple ingredients.
Vegetarian recipe is gluten-free, low-carb, and can be made dairy-free and/or vegan with a few swaps.
Versatile side dish that you can season and spice the way you like.
Delicious alternative to meat ribs for the vegetarians in the crowd.
A TikTok-inspired recipe that can be cooked in the air frier, on the grill, or bake in the oven.
Serve it as a snack, part of a picnic, potluck, or BBQ, or as an appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

Corn on the cob: I prefer getting a package of pre-shucked ears of corn for this recipe but you can get fresh corn in the husk and shuck it yourself if you prefer. If you do go that route, you will need to trim the ends of the corn about an inch before cutting it.
Garlic butter spread: I used a container of garlic and herb butter from the market, but you can use your favorite garlic butter spread. You can even make your own spread with salted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley.
Taco seasoning: You can use more or less seasoning depending on how spicy you want your ribs to be. You probably won’t need more than 1 (1 ounce) packet. Or try this Homemade Taco Seasoning.
Cotija cheese
Cilantro
Spicy mayo: I used sriracha mayo but feel free to use your favorite flavor or make your own by combining mayonnaise and hot sauce until it is as spicy as you want it.

SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS

Swap The Seasoning: Instead of taco seasoning, feel free to sprinkle your corn ribs with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground coriander, or oregano.
Serve With Sauce: I love to use spicy mayo as a side for dipping, but you can also serve your corn with ketchup, garlic aioli, BBQ sauce, flavored mayo (like lime mayo, chili mayo, garlic mayo), or any of your other favorite sauces.
Herbs: Herbs add a nice freshness to the corn ribs. In addition to cilantro, you can try parsley and dill, or use any others you like.
Change The Cheese: Instead of cotija cheese, you can substitute Queso Fresco cheese or parmesan cheese for a slightly different final flavor.

HOW TO MAKE CORN RIBS

This Corn Ribs recipe is quick and easy to make using 6 simple ingredients that bake into the best bite-sized pieces of buttery seasoned corn curls. Serve them as a side or a snack, these strips of corn on the cob are full of flavorful spices with a delicious aromatic taste.

Cut each cob of corn in half lengthwise and then cut each half into 2 equal pieces lengthwise.
Pro Tip: You will need a very sharp knife to cut the corn. I found that a serrated knife worked best.
Spread garlic butter over the kernels of each piece of corn.
Pro Tip: You can use a butter knife or do as I did and use your fingers to get a thick, even layer over the corn.
Sprinkle taco seasoning all over each rib of corn.
Place the seasoned corn in an even, single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Pro Tip: Make sure to keep a little space between each piece.
Bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-30 minutes, until the corn kernels change color and the “ribs” begin to curl into a “C” shape.
Pro Tip: The cook time will depend on how thick your corn ribs are. See below for air fryer instructions.
Sprinkle the cooked corn ribs with cotija cheese and minced cilantro, optional.
Drizzle the ribs with ¼ cup of spicy mayo and serve them with the remainder of the spicy mayo as a side for dipping.
Serve hot. Enjoy!

Tips

For the best flavor, buy fresh in season corn. If you buy frozen cobs, make sure to fully thaw them before cutting them into ribs.
Make sure to use a very sharp knife, cutting corn into quarters is not easy! A sharp, serrated knife will make the job easier.
Feel free to experiment with your seasoning. Mix seasoning with spices and herbs to create your own custom riblets.
I do not recommend substituting oil for butter. Using butter is ideal because it will stick to the corn longer for better flavor.
These oven baked Corn Ribs taste best hot out of the oven.

Storage Tips

To Store: wrapped in plastic or stored in an airtight container. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
To Freeze: This recipe does not freeze well.

Corn Ribs in the Air Fryer

If you prefer to make these in the air fryer you will definitely need to do more than one batch. Cover the bottom of your basket with aluminum foil to help with cleanup. You will want to preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the corn for 10-15 minutes.

OTHER EASY SIDE DISH RECIPES

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Tik Tok Corn Ribs

Author — Jake

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With the addition of garlic butter and taco seasoning, these baked Tik Tok Corn Ribs are a spicy-sweet twist on the original recipe.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Ingredients

▢ 4 medium sized cobs of corn husked
▢ 3 ounce container garlic butter spread softened
▢ 1-2 tbsp taco seasoning
▢ ¼ cup cotija cheese crumbled
▢ ¼ cup cilantro minced
▢ ½ cup spicy mayo divided (I used sriracha mayo)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and cover a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper, optional.
Carefully cut each cob of corn in half lengthwise and then cut each half into 2 equal pieces lengthwise. You will need a very sharp knife to cut the corn. I found that a serrated knife worked better for me.
Spread garlic butter spread all over the kernels of each piece. You can use a butter knife or do as I did and use your fingers to get a thick, even layer over the corn.
Sprinkle taco seasoning all over each rib of corn.
Place the prepared corn in an even, single layer on the baking sheet. You want a little space between each piece.
Cook for 20-30 minutes, until the kernels change color and the “ribs” begin to curl into a “C” shape. The cook time will depend on how thick your corn ribs are.
Remove the corn from the oven and sprinkle it with cotija cheese and minced cilantro, optional.
Drizzle the ribs with ¼ cup of spicy mayo and serve with the remainder of the spicy mayo as a side for dipping. Serve hot.

Notes

Storage:

To Store: wrapped in plastic or stored in an airtight container. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
To Freeze: This recipe does not freeze well.

Tips:

For the best flavor, buy fresh in season corn. If you buy frozen cobs, make sure to fully thaw them before cutting them into ribs.
Make sure to use a very sharp knife–cutting corn into quarters is not easy! A sharp, serrated knife will make the job easier.
Feel free to experiment with your seasoning. Mix seasoning with spices and herbs to create your own custom riblets.
I do not recommend substituting oil for butter. Using butter is ideal because it will stick to the corn longer for better flavor.
These Corn Ribs taste best hot out of the oven.