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Better 15 mins to make delicious Air fryer street corn

Air fryer street corn is a delicious twist on traditional Mexican street corn that has been gaining popularity in recent years. By using an air fryer instead of deep-frying, you can achieve a crispy and flavorful corn dish with less oil and less mess. In this article, we’ll explore what air fryer street corn is, how to make it, and why it’s such a popular side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears corn on the cob
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice from one lime
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees for 2 minutes.
  • Brush the oil evenly over the corn to coat.
  • Place the corn in a single layer in the preheated air fryer.
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
  • While the corn is cooking, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and salt to a small bowl. Whisk well to combine.
  • When corn is finished cooking, immediately remove it to a plate and brush liberally with the sour cream mixture.
  • Sprinkle with cotija cheese and chili powder before serving.

Notes

  • Can’t find cotija cheese? Use crumbled queso fresco or grated Parmesan instead.
  • Swap the chili powder for cayenne if you’d like more spice.

NUTRITION

  • Serving: 1g | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g |
  • Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 672mg |
  • Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g

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