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Roasted corn ears next to spices and chili powder and lime halves
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Air Fryer Corn on the Cob (Bhutta)

This Indian street-style Air Fryer Corn on the Cob, also known as Bhutta, is smoky, spicy, perfectly roasted, and ready in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Calories: 82kcal
Author: Aneesha Gupta

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 ears of corn husk and silk removed & trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Fresh
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne (skip for mild)
  • 1 teaspoon chaat masala adjust to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the corn by removing the husk and silk. Trim it or cut it in half to fit the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you can also fit the corn diagonally.
    Holding a clean ear of corn in one hand
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 2 minutes. Place the corn in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping the corn halfway through.
    4 ears of corn placed in the air fryer basket
  • If needed, cook for another 2 minutes to reach your preferred texture.
    4 ears of corn in the air fryer basket
  • To season the roasted corn, sprinkle chaat masala and cayenne (if using) on a lime half and rub the lime on the corn. This spreads the seasoning along with lime juice evenly. Alternatively, combine the seasoning in a small bowl. Dip your cut lime half in the seasoning and rub it onto the corn.
    Close up of roasted corn ears next to spices and lime halves

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Notes

  • Corn-Sizing Tip: When picking corn for this recipe, select small to medium-sized ears or trim their ends to fit in your air fryer basket.
  • Seasoning: I prefer to roast the corn as is, then brush on the seasoning, but you can also add your favorite seasonings before roasting. More seasoning options are suggested in the content above.
  • Turn halfway: Don't forget to shake your basket or flip the corn halfway for even roasting of the corn.
  • Adjust air frying time: Since air fryer cooking times may vary with different models, adjust the cook time towards the end to reach your preferred doneness. Mine usually takes 10-12 minutes.
  • Oven-roasted corn: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place cleaned corn ears on a lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping it halfway.
  • Outdoor grill instructions: Heat the grill to high, and place the corn ears keeping a little space between them. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until cooked evenly and charred to your liking.
Note: The nutrition facts below are my estimates. If you follow any diet plan, I recommend cross-checking with your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 224IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg