This Air Fryer Corn on the Cob recipe is the best way to enjoy fresh corn! Cook perfect corn with juicy kernels for an irresistible side dish or snack! Ready in less than 15 minutes.

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The air fryer is my new favourite way of cooking corn!

Air fryer corn on the cob in foil is a method of cooking corn on the cob using an air fryer while wrapping the corn in aluminium foil. For the best results, I like to cook my corn cobs in foil first to get them tender then air frying to get a similar texture to summer barbeque corn.

Thanks to this cooking process, the corn is tender yet crunchy and full of wonderful flavour!

I love make these Air Fryer Onion Bhaji and Air Fryer Garlic Fries (French Fries) in the air fryer too.

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Ingredients

Corn on the cob

Fresh sweet corn works best for this recipe compared with frozen corn. If you have frozen corn, allow it to defrost before following the next steps in the recipe. You may find that it takes a little longer in the air fryer.

Oil

Any cooking spray oil such as a canola oil or olive oil spray

You can however brush oil such as vegetable oil or sunflower oil too

Toppings

Simple sea salt and black pepper to taste

Chili, Lime Butter – mix together melted butter, red chili flakes, lime zest and lime juice

Indian style – use curry masala powder or a mix of red chili powder and lemon juice

Cheesy – sprinkle over parmesan cheese

Herbs – sprinkle over finely chopped fresh herbs such as fresh parsley, coriander or chives.

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How to make Corn on the Cob in the Air Fryer in Foil

Thoroughly wash the corn cob and pat dry with a paper towel.

​Cut foil into pieces that are large enough to cover the corn.

Spray the cooking spray oil or brush all over with oil and seal the foil over tightly.

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Arrange in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket.

Air Fry the foil-wrapped corn for approximately 8-10 minutes on 170C.

Adjust the cooking time based on your appliance.

To test if the corn is done, carefully unwrap a corn cob and pierce a kernel with a fork. It should be tender and cooked through. If not, you can re-wrap it and continue cooking for a few more minutes.

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Next remove the foil packet and air fry again for 3-4 minutes to achieve crunchy corn or until one or two of the kernels have charred.

You may have to prepare in batches based on the size of your air fryer.

I topped mine with a chilli and lime butter with finely chopped cilantro.

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Pro Tips

Use fresh corn that is in season for the best flavour and texture

Add the toppings after to prevent them burning in the air fryer

If you prefer a boiled corn texture, you can leave out the final step and only cook the corn in the foil. You could also add your toppings before wrapping in foil to lock in flavour. The foil should prevent the toppings burning.

Serving Suggestion

Serve this delicious corn as an easy side dish for an easy meal!

You may drizzle fresh cilantro pesto on top.

For a larger meal, I love it as a delicious side dish for these Sundried Tomato Chickpea Cakes or Air Fryer French Bread Pizza

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Storage

Store leftover corn in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Reheat in the microwave, oven or in the air fryer

You could slice off the corn and add to other recipes such as this Mango, Avocado, Black Bean Corn salsa .

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Other Easy Air Fryer Recipes

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Air Fryer Fajitas

Puff Pastry Apple Tart

Air Fryer Diced Potatoes

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Air fryer Corn on the Cob in Foil

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer
  • 1 Aluminium Kitchen Foil
  • 1 Kitchen tongs

Ingredients

  • 3 corn on the cob
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

  • Thoroughly wash the 3 corn on the cob and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • ​Cut foil into pieces that are large enough to cover the corn.
  • Spray the cooking spray oil or brush all over with 1 tablespoon oil and seal the foil over tightly.
  • Arrange in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket.
  • Air Fry the foil-wrapped corn for approximately 8-10 minutes on 170 C or 340 F.
  • Adjust the cooking time based on your appliance.
  • To test if the corn is done, carefully unwrap a corn cob and pierce a kernel with a fork. It should be tender and cooked through. If not, you can re-wrap it and continue cooking for a few more minutes.
  • Next remove the foil packet and air fry again for 3-4 minutes to achieve crunchy corn or until one or two of the kernels have charred.
  • You may have to prepare in batches based on the size of your air fryer.
  • I topped mine with a chilli and lime butter with finely chopped cilantro.

Video

Notes

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

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Air fryer Corn on the Cob in Foil

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer
  • 1 Aluminium Kitchen Foil
  • 1 Kitchen tongs

Ingredients

  • 3 corn on the cob
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

  • Thoroughly wash the 3 corn on the cob and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • ​Cut foil into pieces that are large enough to cover the corn.
  • Spray the cooking spray oil or brush all over with 1 tablespoon oil and seal the foil over tightly.
  • Arrange in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket.
  • Air Fry the foil-wrapped corn for approximately 8-10 minutes on 170 C or 340 F.
  • Adjust the cooking time based on your appliance.
  • To test if the corn is done, carefully unwrap a corn cob and pierce a kernel with a fork. It should be tender and cooked through. If not, you can re-wrap it and continue cooking for a few more minutes.
  • Next remove the foil packet and air fry again for 3-4 minutes to achieve crunchy corn or until one or two of the kernels have charred.
  • You may have to prepare in batches based on the size of your air fryer.
  • I topped mine with a chilli and lime butter with finely chopped cilantro.

Video

Notes

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

My Air Fryer Zucchini Fries ( courgette fries ) are super crispy outside and tender inside. They’re a tasty snack made with minimal oil and no egg .

This vegan appetizer or side can be ready in less than 20 minutes. Great with this Sour Cream and Chive Dip .

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You can make the best zucchini fries in your air fryer! They are super crispy and crunchy and are (almost) good enough to rival potato chips.

There, I said it. Because when you think of courgette, you don’t really think of it as a fun, exciting vegetable. But in this recipe … wow! Breading and then air frying makes them really crispy outside and allows the flesh to sweeten as it cooks.

I’ve made these on a couple of occasions as a snack when I’ve had friends over. The first time I made them, I only did 1 coating of the batter and breadcrumbs. They were tasty but lacked crisp factor. To combat that, I now do 2 coats of the batter. This ensures these are ultra crispy and irresistible! So good as a snack with a dip like this tzatziki with greek yogurt and dill or as a side for sundried tomato chickpea cakes .

Use leftover zucchini in Indian Zucchini Curry or Ribbon Zucchini Salad with green beans.

I love using the air fryer to make all kinds of crispy snacks!

My favourites are Air Fryer Avocado Fries without egg , Air Fryer Garlic Fries and Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli .

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Ingredients

Full ingredients with measurements are available in the recipe card below at the end of this post

Zucchini aka courgette

Panko bread crumbs – I like using panko as they give a crispier coating. I’ve also tried ground cornflakes which work pretty well too, and they’ll make this recipe gluten-free.

Aquafaba – this is my go-to vegan replacement to an egg wash which will bind the coating to the fries. I like that it doesn’t impart its own flavour. I usually then use the chickpeas to make a dip like this roasted red pepper hummus using jarred roasted peppers . Alternatively, you make a simple batter with water and flour but I find that you can taste the batter more.

Seasoning – I’ve gone for Italian seasoning.

Cooking oil spray – I used a canola oil spray but others such as avocado oil or olive oil spray work too

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How to make Fried Zucchini in Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for a few minutes.

Wash the zucchinis and pat dry with a paper towel. For best results, ensure the zucchini is fully dry. Moisture will lead to steaming in the air fryer.

Next cut them into strips of zucchini in the same size to ensure even cooking

Slice off the ends of the zucchini and and cut them into thin fry-like strips. Make sure they are of similar size to ensure even cooking.

To make the breading mixture, in a shallow bowl or plate, combine the panko breadcrumbs, italian seasoning, salt and black pepper.

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Dip each zucchini strip into the aquafaba, making sure it is coated on all sides.

Roll the coated zucchini strip in the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs to the zucchini. Repeat this process with all the zucchini strips.

To get my zucchini fries extra crispy, I do a double coating of batter, breadcrumbs, batter again and breadcrumbs again. This takes a little longer to cook in the air fryer though!

Lightly grease the air fryer tray with cooking spray or brush with a small amount of oil to prevent sticking. Alternatively place a layer of parchment paper

Place the breaded zucchini slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.

You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.

Cook the zucchini fries in the air fryer at 360 degrees F (180°C) for about 6-8 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. The zucchini chips should have a golden brown crust. You may have to adjust the time and temperature based on your appliance

Once cooked, transfer the zucchini fries to a serving plate and serve them immediately. You can enjoy them on their own or serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Note: Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the size and power of your air fryer, so keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking. Adjust the cooking time accordingly if needed.

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Storage

For the best flavour, enjoy them immediately after cooking – this is when they are at their crispiest.

However, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and placed in the fridge. They can be reheated in the air fryer or oven with little oil.

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Other Easy Air Fryer Recipes

Air fryer Corn on the Cob

Air fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Diced Potatoes in Air fryer

Air fryer Baked Sweet Potato

Air fryer Onion Bhaji

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Air Fryer Zucchini Fries

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 large zucchini
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup aquafaba
  • 2 tablespon italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablsepoon cooking spray
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper powder optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for a few minutes.
  • Wash the 1 large zucchini and pat dry with a paper towel
  • Next cut them into strips of zucchini.
  • Slice off the ends of the zucchini and and cut them into thin fry-like strips . Make sure they are of similar size to ensure even cooking.
  • To make the breading mixture, in a shallow bowl or plate, combine the 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs , 2 tablespon italian seasoning , 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
  • Dip each zucchini strip into the 1/4 cup aquafaba , making sure it is coated on all sides.
  • Roll the coated zucchini strip in the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs to the zucchini. Repeat this process with all the zucchini strips.
  • Lightly grease the air fryer tray with 1 tablsepoon cooking spray or brush with a small amount of oil to prevent sticking. Alternatively place a layer of parchment paper
  • Place the breaded zucchini slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded .
  • You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
  • Cook the zucchini fries in the air fryer at 360 degrees F (180°C) for about 6-8 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. The zucchini chips should have a golden brown crust.
  • Once cooked, transfer the zucchini fries to a serving plate and serve them immediately . You can enjoy them on their own or serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

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Notes

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.