Parmesan corn rib bites (Printable)

Golden crispy corn ribs seasoned with smoked paprika and topped with melted Parmesan cheese.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 ears fresh corn on the cob

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Topping

08 - 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

→ For serving

10 - Fresh lime wedges (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F or set air fryer to the same temperature.
02 - Husk the corn and remove all silks. Stand each ear vertically, then cut each cob in half crosswise and each half lengthwise into quarters to create rib-shaped strips.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
04 - Add corn ribs to the marinade and toss until evenly coated.
05 - Spread corn ribs in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in the air fryer basket.
06 - Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden and corn curls slightly.
07 - Remove from heat, sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan, then return to heat for 5 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
08 - Transfer bites to a platter, garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lime if desired. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The corn ribs crisp up in a way that makes it impossible to eat just one, especially with that Parm crust.
  • It's outrageously easy, endlessly adaptable, and a huge hit with both kids and grown-ups at the table.
02 -
  • Using too dull a knife will make slicing the corn harder than it needs to be—sharpen first, or brace yourself for a mini workout.
  • Adding the Parmesan earlier will burn the cheese before the corn curls—always wait until the last blast in the oven.
03 -
  • If you're air frying, shake the basket gently halfway through for the most even browning.
  • The key is super-fresh corn—older cobs won't curl and crisp as much, and the flavor just isn't the same.
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