Description
A quick and easy method to enjoy fresh corn on the cob using a microwave, preserving its sweet and juicy flavor.
Ingredients
- Fresh corn on the cob: 4 ears
- Water: 1 cup
- Butter: 4 tablespoons (or to taste)
- Salt: to taste
- Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Select fresh corn with bright green husks and plump kernels.
- Remove the husks and silk from each ear and rinse under cold water.
- Place the cleaned corn on a microwave-safe plate, cover, and add 1 cup of water.
- Microwave on high for 4-6 minutes, checking for doneness.
- Carefully remove from the microwave, let sit for 1-2 minutes, then drizzle with melted butter and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary based on microwave wattage.
- For a spicy version, add chili powder and hot sauce.
- For an herb-infused version, mix melted butter with fresh herbs and lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: microwave corn on the cob, quick corn recipe, easy corn side dish