These juicy corn ribs are marinated in a thick chipotle sauce before you throw them on the grill. Just don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty, they’re finger-licking good!
Chipotle BBQ Corn Ribs
ingredients
4 corn cobs
Chipotle Marinade –
¼ cup vegan mayonnaise
1 cup coconut yoghurt
½ lime, juiced
1 jalapeno pepper, diced
30g/1oz red bell pepper, roughly diced
Pinch of salt
Toppings –
Pinch of parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh coriander
1 tbsp chilli flakes (optional)
method
1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees celcius/350 degrees fahrenheit or start heating up your BBQ grill.
2.Cut each corn cob into 4 pieces, slicing lengthways, to create long strips.
3. In a blender add the chipotle marinade ingredients (¼ cup vegan mayonnaise, 1 cup coconut yoghurt, ½ a juiced lime, 1 diced jalapeno pepper, 30g/1oz red bell pepper and a pinch of salt). Blend until thick and creamy.
4. Dip and cover each slice of corn in the chipotle marinade until fully covered. Place on a baking tray or straight onto a grill.
5. In the oven, cook for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. On a BBQ, cook for 10-15 minutes until nice and charred!
6. Once cooked, serve on a plate with a pinch of parmesan cheese, ¼ cup of fresh coriander and 1 tbsp chilli flakes.
nutritional information
Ve – Vegan
DF – use dairy-free parmesan cheese
GF – Gluten Free
NF – Nut Free
Nutritional Information (per 1 corn rib slice)
Calories: 105kcal / 440kJ
Protein: 1.5g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fat: 8.5g
Nutrient Boost + Fibre Fuelled
Corn has an impressive list of nutritional benefits including its antioxidant properties, fibre content and B vitamins. The phytochemicals found in corn are responsible for fighting damage-causing cells and protecting the healthy cells, creating a healthy harmony. The most prominent B vitamins found in corn are niacin and thiamin. These help to maintain nerve strength, promote cognitive functioning and improve good cholesterol. Corn also contains soluble fibre. Consuming a healthy amount of dietary fibre means you are keeping your gut happy! Research shows a healthy gut microbiome can result in improved immunity, brain health and better moods. So grab a corn rib and eat up to feel good!
Annie Long
FBFM Head Recipe Designer
Annie is a certified nutritionist with a plant-based focus. She believes that eating a diet primarily made of plants is not only beneficial to our bodies, but also for the environment and the animals we share it with. Food is her passion, but when she’s not in the kitchen you’ll find her hanging out with her golden retriever somewhere by the sea!
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