Ingredients
- For the Corn:
- 6 ears of corn, husked and cleaned
- Oil spray (olive oil or avocado oil)
- 6 tablespoons butter
- For the Cajun Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar
- ¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Husk and clean each ear of corn thoroughly. Cut each ear into 3–4 bite-sized pieces (about 1.5 inches each).
- Lightly spray the corn pieces with oil and place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (if required by your model) and cook the corn for 5 minutes.
- Flip the corn, spritz the underside with oil, and cook for another 5 minutes at 400°F.
- Continue cooking for an additional 1–2 minutes per side until the corn is golden brown, rotating as needed (total cook time: ~13–14 minutes).
- While the corn is cooking, melt the butter in the microwave for 10–15 seconds. Whisk in the Cajun seasoning until smooth.
- Once the corn is cooked, transfer it to the bowl with the Cajun butter. Toss well to coat the corn evenly. Use a spoon or basting brush to ensure the seasoning gets into every crevice.
- Serve warm with ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust the cayenne pepper based on your spice preference. If you prefer a milder version, reduce or skip it.
- This recipe works great as a side dish or a snack, perfect for a BBQ or casual dinner.
- For extra crunch, try cooking the corn a little longer, but keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fried
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 125 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
