Wingstop Cajun Corn Recipe
This Wingstop Cajun Corn recipe features tender, bite-sized pieces of corn on the cob coated in a flavorful Cajun spice butter and perfectly air fried to a golden brown. It’s a deliciously spicy, buttery side dish inspired by Wingstop’s famous seasoning, perfect for parties or a zesty accompaniment to your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Corn and Oil
- 6 ears of corn, husked and cleaned
- Oil spray (olive oil or avocado oil)
Cajun Butter Seasoning
- 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
- Prepare Corn: Husk and clean each corn cob thoroughly. Cut each ear into 3-4 bite-sized pieces, about 1.5 inches each, for easy cooking and eating.
- Arrange Corn in Air Fryer: Place the corn pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking. Lightly spray the corn with your choice of oil to help crisp and prevent sticking.
- Initial Air Frying: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F if your model requires preheating. Cook the corn for 5 minutes to start the roasting process and develop a slight char.
- Flip and Oil Again: Flip the corn pieces to the other side, spritz lightly with oil again, and cook for another 5 minutes at 400°F to continue browning evenly.
- Finish Cooking: Continue cooking the corn, flipping and rotating as needed, for an additional 1-2 minutes per side until the corn is golden brown and crisp on all sides. Total cook time is about 13-14 minutes.
- Prepare Cajun Butter: In a large bowl, melt the butter in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Whisk in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, dried parsley, thyme, oregano, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and cracked black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Toss Corn in Seasoning: Immediately transfer the hot cooked corn from the air fryer to the bowl with the Cajun butter mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly, using a spoon or basting brush to get the seasoning deep into the crevices.
- Serve Warm: Serve the Cajun corn warm, ideally with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce for added creaminess and flavor contrast.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper to control the heat level to your preference.
- Use olive or avocado oil spray for a healthier fat option and better air frying results.
- Ensure corn pieces are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
- Serve immediately for the best crisp texture; leftovers can be reheated but may soften.
- Pairs well with grilled meats, burgers, or as a spicy snack on its own.
Keywords: Cajun corn, Wingstop style corn, air fryer corn, spicy corn, Cajun seasoning, buttered corn, air fryer side dish
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