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Air Fryer Mexican Street Corn (Elote Style)

Close-up of perfectly cooked Air Fryer Corn on the Cob topped with crumbled white cheese and fresh parsley.
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Cook sweet corn perfectly in your air fryer and top it with a zesty lime crema and salty cheese for an easy Elote-style side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn, husks removed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Mexican crema
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (or Tajín seasoning)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the corn cobs dry with paper towels. Rub each cob lightly with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes.
  3. Place the corn cobs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. If the basket is small, cook in batches.
  4. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping the corn halfway through the cooking time, until the kernels are tender and slightly browned in spots.
  5. While the corn cooks, prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise (or crema), lime juice, and chili powder until smooth.
  6. Once cooked, remove the corn from the air fryer. Immediately brush the lime crema mixture over all sides of the hot corn.
  7. Sprinkle the crumbled Cotija cheese over the coated corn.
  8. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • To prevent the corn from rolling or tipping in the basket, you can sometimes secure them parallel to each other if space allows.
  • If you prefer a smokier flavor, add a small pinch of smoked paprika to the oil rub.
  • For a healthier topping, substitute Greek yogurt for the mayonnaise.

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