Wingstop Cajun Corn Recipe

Introduction

This Wingstop Cajun Corn recipe brings bold, spicy flavors to tender air-fried corn pieces. Perfect as a snack or side dish, it’s easy to make and packed with Cajun seasoning for a deliciously addictive treat.

Ingredients

• 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

1. Step 1: Husk and clean each ear of corn thoroughly. Cut each ear into 3-4 bite-sized pieces, about 1.5 inches each.
2. Step 2: Place the corn pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray them with oil.
3. Step 3: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F if your model requires it, then cook the corn for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Flip the corn pieces, spritz the underside with oil, and cook for another 5 minutes at 400°F.
5. Step 5: Continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes per side until the corn is golden brown, rotating as needed. Total cook time should be about 13-14 minutes.
6. Step 6: In a large bowl, melt the butter in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Whisk in the Cajun seasoning mixture until smooth.
7. Step 7: Transfer the hot corn from the air fryer to the bowl with the Cajun butter. Toss well to coat evenly, using a spoon or basting brush to reach all crevices.
8. Step 8: Serve the Cajun corn warm, ideally with ranch dressing for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• For extra smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the seasoning mix.
• Adjust the cayenne pepper amount to suit your preferred spice level.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, you can roast the corn pieces on a baking sheet at 425°F, turning occasionally until golden.

Storage

Store any leftover Cajun corn in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or oven to retain crispiness. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the corn soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen corn for this recipe?

Frozen corn kernels won’t work as well because this recipe relies on cooking whole corn pieces. Fresh ears of corn are best for maintaining texture and flavor.

Is it necessary to cut the corn into pieces?

Cutting the corn into bite-sized pieces helps them cook evenly in the air fryer and makes them easier to eat while coated in the flavorful Cajun butter.

Wingstop Cajun Corn Recipe

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Crispy, bite-sized pieces of corn on the cob coated in a flavorful homemade Cajun butter seasoning, air-fried to golden perfection. This Wingstop-inspired Cajun Corn recipe is a deliciously spicy and buttery snack or side dish that’s quick and easy to prepare.

• Author: nova
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 14 minutes
• Total Time: 24 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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Corn

• 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

1. Prepare the Corn: Husk and clean each corn cob thoroughly. Cut each ear into 3-4 bite-sized pieces (about 1.5 inches each) to ensure they cook evenly and are easy to eat.
2. Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Place the corn pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray them with olive or avocado oil to promote crisping during cooking.
3. Preheat and First Cook: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F if your model requires preheating. Cook the corn for 5 minutes to start the roasting process.
4. Flip and Cook Again: Flip the corn pieces in the basket to cook evenly on all sides. Spritz the newly exposed side with oil and cook for an additional 5 minutes at 400°F.
5. Finish Cooking: Continue cooking the corn for another 1-2 minutes per side, flipping as needed until all sides are golden brown and slightly crispy, totaling about 13-14 minutes of cooking time.
6. Melt Butter and Mix Seasoning: While the corn cooks, melt 6 tablespoons of butter in a large bowl using the microwave for about 10-15 seconds. Whisk in the Cajun seasoning along with paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, dried parsley, thyme, oregano, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and cracked black pepper until the butter mixture is smooth and well combined.
7. Toss Corn in Cajun Butter: Transfer the hot, cooked corn directly from the air fryer into the bowl with the Cajun butter. Toss well to ensure every bite-sized piece is evenly coated. Use a spoon or basting brush to help the seasoning coat the crevices of the corn.
8. Serve: Serve the Wingstop Cajun Corn warm, ideally with ranch dressing on the side for dipping to complement the spicy, buttery flavors.

Notes

• Adjust cayenne pepper amount depending on your preferred spiciness level.
• Use olive or avocado oil as a healthy option for spraying the corn before air frying.
• Ensure even cutting of corn pieces for uniform cooking.
• If your air fryer model doesn’t require preheating, skip that step but monitor cooking time closely.
• Butter can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative to make it lactose-free.
• Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor as the corn can lose crispness if left too long.

Keywords: Cajun corn, air fryer corn, Wingstop style corn, spicy corn side dish, buttery Cajun corn