Microwave Corn on the cob

An image of a halved corn on a plate topped with chili flakes

Microwave Corn on the cob

Course: Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Prep Time: 2

Cook Time: 6

Total Time: 8

Servings: servings

Calories: 157kcal

Author: Shruthi Baskaran-Makanju

Discover the easiest way to cook perfect corn on the cob in your microwave! This quick and convenient method delivers deliciously tender and sweet corn in mere minutes, with minimal effort and maximum flavor!

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Equipment

Microwave

Ingredients

1 medium ear of corn
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste

Instructions

Remove the husks and silk from the corn. Rinse the corn under cold water to remove any remaining silk.
Wrap each ear of corn in a damp paper towel, making sure to cover it completely. Place the wrapped corn on a microwave-safe plate.
Microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes per ear of corn, depending on the wattage of your microwave and the size of the ears.
Check the corn after 2 minutes to see if it's cooked to your liking. If not, continue microwaving in 1-minute increments until it's done.
Carefully remove the plate from the microwave and let the corn cool for a few minutes. Unwrap the corn from the paper towels and discard the towels.
Brush the corn with butter or olive oil, making sure to coat it evenly. Sprinkle the corn with salt and pepper, or any other seasonings you like. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Use fresh, frozen, or pre-shucked corn. For fresh corn, choose ears with bright green, tightly wrapped husks and avoid dry or brown husks.
For microwaving in the husk, remove loose outer layers and silk while leaving a few husk layers intact to help retain moisture.
Microwave cooking times vary depending on the wattage of your microwave and the size of the corn. Start with 3–4 minutes per ear and adjust as needed.
Let the corn rest for a few minutes after microwaving. Use caution when unwrapping, as the corn and trapped steam will be hot.
Season with butter, salt, and pepper, or try cotija cheese, Tajín, red chili powder, garlic powder, or lemon juice.

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