Description
Wingstop Cajun Corn is a mouthwatering delight that brings vibrant flavors and a dash of spice right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make dish features air-fried corn coated in a rich and zesty Cajun butter seasoning, making it an ideal appetizer or side for any meal. In just about 25 minutes, you can whip up these crispy corn bites that are perfect for family dinners, parties, or game day gatherings. Pair them with creamy ranch dressing for dipping, and watch as they become the star of your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ears of corn, husked and cleaned
- Oil spray (olive oil or avocado oil)
- 6 tbsp butter
- 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 3/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp brown sugar
- 3/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Husk and clean the corn, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Place corn in a single layer in the basket, lightly spray with oil, and cook for about 13-14 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, melt the butter and whisk in the Cajun seasoning until well combined.
- Toss the hot corn in the Cajun butter until evenly coated.
- Serve warm with ranch dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Fresh corn yields the best flavor; avoid frozen or canned varieties if possible. Adjust the cayenne pepper based on your spice tolerance. For added richness, consider sprinkling freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.