Once you try this air fryer sweet corn recipe, it will be the only way you want to have your sweet corn on the cob going forward. An easy, quick side dish ready in just 12 minutes. With just butter or olive, it is sweet and juicy.
This air-fried sweet corn is my daughter’s favorite. I thank God every day for this girl, she LOVES vegetables and she’s not a picky eater compared to the boys. With this recipe you may not have to force the vegetable down your little ones’ throats, it’s super delicious.
Lets get straight into it….
What will I need for this sweet corn in the air fryer recipe?
- 2 ears of sweet corn
- Tablespoon of olive oil or melted butter
- Fresh parsley (optional)
- Salt to taste
How to cook Air fryer sweet corn on the cob?
1 Start by removing the husk and rinsing the sweet corn. Pat them dry using a paper towel or cloth.
2 Brush your sweet corn with olive oil or melted butter.
3 Sprinkle with some salt and freshly chopped parsley then place them in the air fryer basket.
4 Air fry at 200 c for 10 to 12 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time, flip them over to cook on the other side.
Recipe alternatives and substitution
1 You can brush the corn on the cob with any oil of your choice then after cooking, if you like butter like me you can melt some on the hot sweet corn for that creamy taste.
2 If you would like to have brown crispy sweet corn then you can try putting the corn in the air fryer without any seasoning or oil. You may also want to add time to the suggested cooking time in this recipe.
3 For more flavor on your air fryer sweet corn you may add black pepper and paprika to enhance the taste.
FAQ about cooking sweet corn in the air fryer
Can you cook sweet corn in an air fryer?
Absolutely yes. It is quicker compared to the old traditional way of cooking corn or even grilling it.
How long does it take to cook sweet corn in the air fryer?
It took 12 minutes for this recipe and it came out perfect. If you have just picked your sweet corn and it’s super fresh, you might need less time to cook it. The fresher the corn the quicker and easier to cook it.
Can I use frozen sweet corn on the cob?
I believe you can. I have not tried it with frozen corn before but I have cooked a lot of frozen vegetables in the air fryer and they came out just fine. The only thing is it takes longer than fresh veggies.
Storing and reheating leftover sweet corn
You will be lucky to have any leftovers but if you do, just pop them into an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can reheat them in the microwave or the air fryer.
More air fryer recipes.
If you made this recipe and liked it, i’m pretty sure you will like these as well. You already have the perfect side dish for them (air fried sweet corn)
Notes and tips
If you have just picked the sweet corn please cook with less time. The fresher the corn the less time is needed to cook it.
Air fryer sweet corn
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 2 ears of sweet corn
- 1 tbsp Olive oil or melted butter
- tsp Fresh parsley (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Start by removing the husk and rinsing the sweet corn. Pat them dry using a paper towel or cloth.
- Brush your sweet corn with olive oil or melted butter.
- Sprinkle with some salt and freshly chopped parsley then place them in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 200°c for 10 to 12 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time, flip them over to cook on the other side.
Notes
If you have just picked the sweet corn please cook with less time. The fresher the corn the less time is needed to cook it.
