Cajun Fried Corn

Wingstop Cajun Fried Corn is a favorite and it’s so easy to make at home in the air fryer! Buttery corn topped with a spicy Cajun seasoning and ‘fried’ in the air fryer until browned. Be sure to dip this in some ranch for the full experience!

Ever had Wingstop Cajun Fried Corn? It’s my favorite side of theirs, and that’s saying something because their french fries are no joke. 😉

Wingstop chops corn on the cob into 4 pieces, a couple of inches wide each, and then seasons it and deep fries it. And voila – Cajun Fried Corn! Seriously so flavorful and the perfect snack or side dish. We dip ours in ranch dressing and it just makes the best corn ever!

Of course, we’re big fans of corn. Our air fryer street corn is another huge favorite. It’s fun to think outside the box when it comes to corn on the cob…sure, salt and butter are great, but have some fun with it!

The sweet crunch of the corn goes so well with the buttery Cajun spice. We love to dip this in ranch for an explosion of flavor.

Is Cajun Fried Corn at Wingstop spicy?

The corn from Wingstop does have a little kick to it, but it’s more of a lingering spice that builds as you eat. It’s not overwhelming with your first bite, but the more you eat, the more that spice builds.

Our copycat Cajun Fried Corn is easy to make more or less spicy, depending on what you like. We use Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning and think the corn is just right. Try the hot version of Slap Ya Mama for more spice.

Ingredient Notes:

Corn – When you are picking out your corn you want to try and get corn that is fresh. You can tell this by feeling the husks. When the husks are a little moist and close to the cob, it is good. If they are dry and falling off the cob, try to find a better one for the BEST results.

Seasonings- You’ll need butter and your preferred brand of Cajun seasoning. We use Tony Chachere’s or Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning. Both are quite salty, so we don’t add additional salt. If you’re using another brand of seasoning, you may want to add salt. Taste and adjust as needed.

Ranch – We love to dip this corn in ranch. We make our own with a packet of Hidden Valley mixed with 1 cup mayo and 1/2-3/4 cup of buttermilk.

How to Make Cajun Corn in an Air Fryer:

Prep the corn– Remove the husk and silk from the corn and wash the cob well. Then cut the corn into about 2 inch thick pieces.

Season the corn – Melt your butter in a large bowl, then stir in your cajun seasoning. Now toss your corn in the bowl to fully coat the corn.

Air fry the corn – Air fry for 12-15 minutes at 400 degrees F. You will need to shake the basket, or flip your corn every 5 minutes to keep it cooking evenly.

Cook Time:

If your air fryer is already preheated, the corn will cook a bit faster. Just keep an eye on it and watch for it to get nicely browned and roasted looking.

Our air fryers all cook different and we’ve found between 12-15 minute seems to be perfect. We just keep an eye out and pull it when it’s as browned as we’d like.

FAQ:

Recipe Tips and Substitutions

We use Tony Chachere’s or Slap ya Mama seasoning. Both are quite salty, so we don’t add additional salt. If you’re using another brand of seasoning, you may want to add salt. Taste and adjust as needed.

For extra spice, use the ‘hot’ version of Slap Ya Mama or add additional cayenne to the spice mix.

More Copycat Recipes:

• Captain Crunch Chicken (Planet Hollywood copycat)
• Crunchwrap Supreme (Taco Bell copycat)
• Asian Brussels Sprouts (Red Lobster copycat)
• Air Fryer Blooming Onion (Outback copycat)
• Honey Chipotle Chicken Crispers (Chili’s copycat)
• Air Fryer Chick-Fil-A Nuggets (Chick-Fil-A copycat)

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