Easiest Corn on the Cob

Easiest Corn on the Cob

Making corn on the cob with Chef John's method couldn't be easier! Use your microwave and in just a few minutes, you'll enjoy perfectly tender kernels.

Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Calories
113 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Spread butter over corn and season with salt.
Step 2
Microwave ear of corn on high until cooked through and tender, about 3 1/2 minutes.
Step 3
Transfer ear to a cutting board. Hold the tapered end with a towel and cut 1 inch off the bottom of the thick end. Squeeze the tapered end until the ear comes out of the husk and silk.

Ingredients

  • salt to taste
  • 1 ear fresh corn in the husk
  • 1 teaspoon butter, or more to taste

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