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Vegan Corn Ribs with Aleppo Chili Butter & Lime Zest Cream Cheese

Vegan Corn Ribs with Aleppo Chili Butter & Creamy Lime Zest

Enjoy Vegan Corn Ribs with Aleppo Chili Butter & Lime Zest Cream Cheese for a flavorful, quick, and crispy plant-based snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn Ribs
  • 4 ears Corn Choose longer ears for presentation.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Powder Opt for sweet or smoked based on taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for extra kick.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Aleppo Chili Butter
  • 4 tablespoons Vegan Butter Can be replaced with regular butter.
  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo Chili Flakes Easily replace with other mild chili flakes.
For the Lime Zest Cream Cheese
  • 8 oz Vegan Cream Cheese Regular cream cheese works as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Can swap with lemon zest or juice.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Pine Nuts Feel free to substitute with walnuts or almonds.
  • 2 stalks Green Onion Sliced for garnish.
  • 2 tablespoons Coriander (or Parsley) Fresh herbs for flavor.
  • Additional Lime Zest Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • sharp knife
  • saucepan
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the ears of corn in half, then quarter each half lengthwise to create long 'ribs.'
  2. Combine olive oil, paprika powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Brush the mixture over the corn ribs, ensuring they're fully coated.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 180° C (355° F).
  5. Air-fry the corn for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. For the Aleppo Chili Butter, melt vegan butter with a splash of olive oil over low heat and stir in Aleppo chili flakes.
  7. Prepare the Lime Zest Cream Cheese by whisking vegan cream cheese, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth.
  8. Plate the corn ribs, drizzle with Aleppo chili butter, and add lime zest cream cheese on the side.
  9. Garnish with toasted pine nuts, sliced green onions, and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 4ribsCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Reheat in air fryer for best texture.

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