Instant Pot Corn On The Cob

July 05, 2023 Post a Comment

Description

Looking for a quick and easy way to make corn on the cob? Look no further than this Instant Pot Corn on the Cob recipe! This recipe is so easy and can be made in just minutes in your Instant Pot. The result is perfectly cooked corn on the cob that is tender, juicy, and full of flavor. You'll never go back to boiling it on the stovetop again!

Prep Time

This dish is incredibly easy and fast to make. All you need is 5 minutes of prep time, and you're ready to cook.

Cook Time

The cooking time for this dish is just 2 minutes in the Instant Pot. That's right, just two minutes of cooking time and you'll have perfectly cooked corn on the cob.

Ingredients

6 ears of corn, husks and silks removed
1 cup of water
Salt and pepper, to taste
Butter and/or herbs, for topping (optional)

Instructions

Start by prepping your corn. Remove the husks and silks from the ears of corn and discard. Place the ears of corn in the Instant Pot with 1 cup of water. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes. When the time is up, do a quick pressure release to release the steam.

Carefully remove the ears of corn from the Instant Pot and place on a plate or cutting board. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add butter and/or herbs, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Equipment

Instant Pot
Measuring cup
Plate or cutting board

Notes

This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled, depending on how many ears of corn you are cooking. Just make sure to adjust the amount of water accordingly.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Calories: 70
Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 14.8g
Protein: 2.8g

Recipe Tips

This recipe is incredibly versatile. Feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices, like garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, or cumin, to give the corn an added kick. You can also add a little bit of butter or olive oil for a touch of richness.

For a bit of extra flavor, try adding some freshly grated Parmesan cheese or chopped fresh herbs to the top of the corn. You can also add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice for a bit of acidity.

This recipe can also be used to make grilled corn on the cob. Simply pre-heat your grill to high heat and place the ears of corn on the grill. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning every couple of minutes, until the corn is tender and lightly charred.