Pep ’n Zest Street Corn Ribs

Ingredients

• 4 whole mielies / corn cobs
• 3 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp BlixSam Pep ’n Zest (Lemon Pepper)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 50 g finely grated Parmesan
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or coriander, chopped
• Fresh lemon wedges, for serving
• Extra Pep ’n Zest, for finishing
• Salt, only if needed

Method

1. Carefully cut each corn cob lengthways in half, then cut each half lengthways again to make 4 corn ribs per cob.
2. Mix the melted butter, olive oil, garlic, Pep ’n Zest and smoked paprika.
3. Brush the seasoned butter generously over all sides of the corn ribs.
4. Arrange the ribs in the air-fryer basket in a single layer. Cook in batches if necessary.
5. Air fry at 200°C for 12–15 minutes, turning halfway through, until the kernels are tender, golden and slightly charred.
6. Transfer the hot corn ribs to a serving platter.
7. Sprinkle generously with Parmesan while they’re still hot.
8. Finish with chopped parsley or coriander and a light extra sprinkle of Pep ’n Zest.
9. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

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