Spicy Garlic Butter Corn Ribs

Name: Spicy Garlic Butter Corn Ribs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 ears of corn on the cob; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp paprika (for sauce); 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning (for sauce); 1 tsp dried parsley; Ranch dressing, for dipping

Spicy garlic butter corn ribs are fresh corn cut into lengthwise strips, roasted until golden and tender, then coated in a savory garlic butter sauce with Old Bay and paprika. This trendy preparation transforms corn on the cob into crispy-edged, buttery finger food.

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Total

35 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$22–$36

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 ears of corn on the cob
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
4 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp paprika (for sauce)
1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning (for sauce)
1 tsp dried parsley
Ranch dressing, for dippingoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Prepare the corn by breaking each ear in half. Stand each half on its end on a cutting board and carefully slice it lengthwise into quarters to create 'ribs'.
3
Place the corn ribs in a large bowl and drizzle with vegetable oil.
4
In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp paprika.
5
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the oiled corn ribs and toss until they are evenly coated.
6
Arrange the seasoned corn ribs in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the corn is tender and slightly charred on the edges.
8
While the corn is baking, prepare the garlic butter sauce. Mince the garlic cloves.
9
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
10
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
11
Stir in the remaining 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning, and dried parsley. Let it simmer for another minute.
12
Once the corn ribs are done baking, transfer them to a clean bowl.
13
Pour the hot garlic butter sauce over the corn ribs and toss to coat completely.
14
Serve immediately, with ranch dressing for dipping if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cut corn ribs as evenly as possible lengthwise so they roast uniformly and brown on all sides.
Don't skip the garlic mincing step—raw minced garlic in the warm butter sauce infuses the most flavor without burning.
Toss the hot roasted ribs in the garlic butter sauce immediately after roasting so they absorb the seasoning and butter stays glossy.
Watch for light charring on the edges as a doneness cue; the corn should be fork-tender and lightly caramelized, not pale.

Substitutions

Vegetable oil → olive oil or avocado oil (use refined to handle high heat)
Old Bay seasoning → Cajun seasoning or homemade blend of paprika, garlic powder, celery salt, and cayenne
Unsalted butter → salted butter (reduce added salt elsewhere)
Dried parsley → fresh parsley or chives (add after cooking to preserve color and flavor)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled corn ribs in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.

Common Questions

How do you cut corn into ribs?

Stand the ear of corn upright and cut downward along the cob with a sharp knife, creating long strips. Each ear yields 4-6 ribs depending on size.

What temperature should corn ribs be roasted at?

The recipe uses vegetable oil and roasting; follow the video for specific temperature guidance, typically 400-425°F for tender, lightly caramelized ribs.

Can you make corn ribs ahead of time?

Roast the corn ribs ahead and store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 2 days. Toss with garlic butter sauce just before serving for best texture.