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How to Microwave Corn on the Cob
Learn how to microwave corn on the cob so the only thing standing between you and those juicy kernels is the push of a button.
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Few things compare to corn on the cob, especially when you know how to pick the best sweet corn. For those who want to get their corn fix without waiting for corn to boil in a big pot or putting it on the grill, there’s another clever method.
If you’re wondering how to cook corn on the cob in the microwave, we’ve got you covered. You’ll have juicy, plump corn on the cob ready in just a matter of minutes.
Is It Better to Microwave or Boil Corn on the Cob?
Each way to cook corn on the cob has its own pros and cons, and comparing microwaving to boiling is no different.
If you’re focused on preparing a main dish that needs most of your attention, you may want to microwave the corn so you can focus on prepping the rest of the meal. Microwaving is also a good bet when you’re crunched for time, or only need 1 or 2 ears of corn. If you ask me, it feels unnecessary to boil a whole pot of water for a single corn cob!
On the other hand, if you’re planning on making more than 4 ears of corn, boiling may be easier because you won’t have to swap plates of corn in and out of the microwave several times. (We recommend only microwaving 4 corn cobs at a time.) Instead, you can heat up 1 or 2 big pots of water and get it all cooked in one swoop. Of course, that means you have to wait for the water to boil first, and husk the corn as well—but it’s easy to husk while you’re waiting for the water to heat up.
No matter how you choose to do it, by following our methods you’ll end up with perfect corn on the cob every time.
How to Cook Corn on the Cob in the Microwave with the Husk
The beauty of corn on the cob is that it’s in its own self-contained vessel, and that comes in handy for cooking. Instead of shucking the corn ahead of time, go ahead and leave it on. This will help the corn retain moisture while it cooks.
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