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Corn is one of my kids’ favorite veggies and this即时锅玉米the cobrecipe is one of my favorite hands-off ways to make it. Like otherInstant Pot recipes, it’s fast, less fuss than the stovetop, and perfect for when the weather doesn’t cooperate for grilling. Cooking corn on the cob in the Instant Pot brings out the corn’s sweetness and makes itsuperjuicy. Top with salt, pepper and butter for the perfect健康的side dish.
Why You’ll Love Instant Pot Corn On The Cob
- Sweet, buttery flavor
- Perfectly juicy every time
- No standing over the stove or grill, or waiting for water to boil
- Fast 3-minute cooking time
- Super easy to make
Ingredients & Substitutions
This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for cooking corn on the cob in the Instant Pot, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see therecipe card below.
- Corn– The most flavorful corn is sweet white corn, which cooks quickly and evenly, but you can use any fresh corn on the cob you prefer. At the grocery store, look for husks that wrap tightly around the cob, and tassels (the stringy bundle at the top of the husk) with a slightly sticky texture and brown color. Avoid peeling back the husk to check the corn, as it reduces storage life. You can also use frozen corn on the cob.
- Butter– Adding butter makes corn extra creamy and flavorful. If you need a dairy free alternative, trygheeorbutter flavored coconut oil.
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper
How To Cook Corn On The Cob In The Instant Pot
This section shows how to cook corn on the cob in the Instant Pot, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see therecipe card below.
- Prep.Remove corn husks and silk strands. Place thetrivetinside theInstant Pot. Pour in water. Place the shucked corn inside the Instant Pot.
- Pressure cook.Close the lid, set the pressure valve to the sealing position, and cook corn in the Instant Pot.
- Release.When the timer goes off, flip the dial to the venting position right away to do a quick release the pressure.
- Serve.Carefully usetongsto remove the corn from the pressure cooker. Top with butter, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
Storage Instructions
- Store:To store leftovers in the fridge, wrap each piece of corn in foil or in a sealed bag and store in the vegetable crisper. Alternatively, cut cooked kernels off the cob and store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat:Place a damp paper towel around each ear of corn and microwave for 1-2 minutes. For more flavor, use the oven instead. Wrap each piece of corn in aluminum foil with butter and heat in the oven at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes. You can also use the leftover kernels inInstant Pot corn chowderoravocado corn salad.
- Freeze:Pressure cooker corn on the cob can freeze for up to 3 months. Wrap each piece of corn in aluminum foil and place in freezer-safe bags in the freezer. Thaw in the fridge and reheat as desired.
What To Serve With Instant Pot Corn On The Cob
Pressure cooker corn on the cob is an easy side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. Here are some great options:
- Chicken–Cilantro lime chicken, one-panchicken fajitas, seasonedchicken stuffed peppers, or zestyblackened chickenall make great pairings.
- Steak– Corn on the cob makes a classic steakhouse side forLondon broil, juicygrilled steak, tenderfilet mignon, or mouthwateringribeye steak.
- Pork——试着pork tenderloin, simplebaked pork chops, or stovetop (or grilled)pork steakfor complete meal.
- Seafood——试着corn withseafood recipeslike quicklobster tail, easycrab legs, juicygarlic butter shrimp, or even ovenbaked shrimp.
More Easy Instant Pot Vegetable Recipes
Make your cooking faster and easier by cooking them in the pressure cooker:
推荐工具
- Instant Pot– You will need at least a 6-quart Instant Pot to cook corn on the cob. Bigger is fine, but smaller won’t work unless you cut the cobs in half.
- Trivet– A trivet or steamer basket keeps the corn out of the water for a perfectly pressure cooked corn. This trivet has handles, making it easy to pull in and out.
Instant Pot Corn On The Cob
Instant Pot Corn On The Cob (Fast & Easy!)
即时锅玉米the cob is the easy way to make corn all year round! It's juicy, sweet, buttery, and takes just minutes to make.
Ingredients
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Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions below to start a kitchen timer while you cook.
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Place atrivetinside yourInstant Pot. Add the water.
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Place the shucked corn inside the Instant Pot.
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Select the Manual setting, then select High pressure and set the timer to3 minutes. (It will take about 10 minutes to come to pressure.)
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When the timer goes off, do a quick pressure release.
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Remove the lid. Carefully usetongsto remove the corn.
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To serve, top with butter, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
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Recipe Notes
Serving size:1 ear of corn
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