Corn Ribs
What are Corn Ribs?
Corn Ribs are a totally different way to grill corn on the cob. To prepare the corn for grilling, slice off the top and bottom edges of the corn cob. From there, you'll cut vertically down the center in quarters, leaving the cob on the back of each piece of corn.
The reason they're called corn ribs is because they curl up when they get hot and look similar to meat ribs!
Tip: To prepare a corn cob for corn ribs, think of it like splitting firewood. It's the same process!
How to Grill Corn Ribs
We have provided two different seasoning recipes for you to choose from. The first is a sour cream based sauce topped with Flamin' Hot Cheetos. The second is sriracha lime sauce topped with queso fresco. Use whichever you prefer!
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Place the corn ribs in a large mixing bowl or plastic bag and toss in the oil of your choice. For the most flavor, smoke the corn ribs after they're coated in oil. You can directly grill the corn, but you'll get some great smoky flavor if you add some good oak to the fire and smoke for about ten minutes.
Tip: To use a regular charcoal grill as a smoker, build the fire on one side of the grill. Place the food on the other side - the smoke from the fire will warm and smoke the food without burning it.
After smoking the corn ribs for about ten minutes, move the ribs - cut side down - over the fire and grill until tender and charred. Then, baste all over with the sauce of your choice.
When the corn is done, remove it from the grill and top with the Cheeto dust or the queso fresco (heck, use them both if you want!).
More Corn Recipes
These recipes can go right on the grill with the corn ribs, using a similar amount of heat, smoke, an indirect cook on the grill, and cooking time:
