Best 13 Basic Corn On The Cob Recipes

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Corn on the cob is a classic summer side dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are having a backyard barbecue or just a simple family dinner, corn on the cob is a surefire way to please everyone. There are many different ways to cook corn on the cob, but some of the most popular methods include boiling, grilling, and roasting. No matter which method you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

DELICIOUS AND EASY CORN ON THE COB



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I learned this from a shopper in Stockbridge, Massachusetts when I was young. I have used this for 40 years and it has never failed to produce the most wonderful corn on the cob.

Provided by caquilter

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

¼ teaspoon white sugar
4 ears corn, husked and cleaned

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Stir sugar into water to dissolve; add corn, cover pot, and turn heat off, leaving pot on hot burner.
  • Steep corn in hot water until tender, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 13.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

BASIC CORN ON THE COB



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, weekday, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ears corn
4 teaspoons Lime Butter (see recipe), optional OR
4 teaspoons Ancho Chili Garlic Butter (see recipe), optional
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pull back the corn husks without detaching them from the cobs. Pull out all of the silk. Spread the corn with butter, if desired. Pull the husks back over the corn.
  • To steam corn: Bring a large pot of water to the boil. Reduce heat to a simmer. Place corn in a steamer over the water. Cover and steam until corn is tender, about 12 minutes. Or, to roast corn: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Roast corn in the oven until tender, turning it twice, about 35 minutes.
  • Pull the husks off the corn and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 122, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 249 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PERFECTLY GRILLED CORN ON THE COB



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Find out the secret to Bobby Flay's Perfectly Grilled Corn on the Cob recipe from Food Network, a summer side served with homemade herb and barbecue butters.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

8 ears corn
Kosher salt
BBQ Butter, recipe follows
Herb Butter, recipe follows
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 small red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons Spanish paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
1 teaspoon toasted cumin seeds
1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, slightly softened
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, chives or tarragon)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to medium.
  • Pull the outer husks down the ear to the base. Strip away the silk from each ear of corn by hand. Fold husks back into place, and place the ears of corn in a large bowl of cold water with 1 tablespoon of salt for 10 minutes.
  • Remove corn from water and shake off excess. Place the corn on the grill, close the cover and grill for 15 to 20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes, or until kernels are tender when pierced with a paring knife. Remove the husks and eat on the cob or remove the kernels. Serve with the BBQ Butter and/or Herb Butter. Spread over the corn while hot.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saute pan over high heat until almost smoking. Add the onion and cook until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the paprika, cayenne, cumin and ancho powder and cook for 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup of water and cook until the mixture becomes thickened and the water reduces. Let cool slightly.
  • Place the butter in a food processor, add the spice mixture and Worcestershire sauce and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, scrape the mixture into a small bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Combine in a food processor and process until smooth.

BASIC GRILLED CORN ON THE COB



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 ears of corn

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 ears of corn
Kosher salt
Smoked paprika, for sprinkling (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to low. Peel back the husks from the corn and remove the silk. Sprinkle with salt and smoked paprika, if desired. Fold the husks back over the corn.
  • Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until the husks are charred and the corn is tender, 12 to 15 minutes.

JAMIE'S SWEET AND EASY CORN ON THE COB



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My mother-in-law gave me this quick and easy recipe for the sweetest, tastiest corn cobs!

Provided by heatherjane

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
6 ears corn on the cob, husks and silk removed

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot about 3/4 full of water and bring to a boil. Stir in sugar and lemon juice, dissolving the sugar. Gently place ears of corn into boiling water, cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let the corn cook in the hot water until tender, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 13.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

EASY DELICIOUS ROASTED CORN ON THE COB



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They don't call them "roasting ears" for nothing. Forget everything you've been told about roasting corn on the cob, this is the easy and fool-proof way to roast that perfect ear. You should use a good charcoal grill (not gas) for the best flavor, the kettle kind is best. The husks and silks will come off with ease when the corn is cooled. Trust me, do NOT remove the husks and stuff butter or other junk in there, let nature do it's thing on the hot grill.

Provided by The Big Cheese

Categories     Corn

Time 4h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 ears corn on the cob, whole (not husked)
12 ounces beer
1/4 cup sugar
water
hot charcoal, grill

Steps:

  • Dump your ears of corn into a large pot and add enough water to cover them. Add the can of beer and the 1/4 cup of sugar. Let sit in the liquid and soak for 4 to 6 hours.
  • Fire up the grill. Once coals are ashen, place your whole ears of corn onto the grill. Do NOT husk them or mess with them in any way.
  • Grill for 30-40 minutes, turning often for even cooking. Husks will be blackened.
  • Let ears cool enough so that you can handle them.
  • Peel off the husks and the silks will slide right off.
  • Reheat as necessary in a covered pan in the oven, or slice the kernels off the ears and mix with melted butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.4, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 7.4, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 8.9, Protein 4.2

EASIEST CORN ON THE COB



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This proves something that I've known for years: no matter how great a kitchen technique is, unless you use it regularly, you'll forget about it. This technique for making corn on the cob works perfectly, and I hope you give it a try soon.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

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

Steps:

  • Heat corn in the microwave until cooked through and tender, about 3 1/2 minutes.
  • Hold the tapered end of the corn with a towel over a cutting board. Cut the bottom 1-inch off of the thick end of the cob. Squeeze tapered end of corn cob out of husk and silk.
  • Spread butter over corn and season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 42.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

TASTY BBQ CORN ON THE COB



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This is corn on the cob cooked on the grill with spices and butter. It makes for a yummy side dish to any meal! Try it with fresh garlic and onion.

Provided by Deann

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon chili powder
⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch onion powder
cayenne pepper to taste
garlic powder to taste
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup butter, softened
6 ears corn, husked and cleaned

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the chili powder, oregano, onion powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend in the softened butter. Apply this mixture to each ear of corn, and place each ear onto a piece of aluminum foil big enough to wrap the corn. Wrap like a burrito, and twist the ends to close.
  • Place wrapped corn on the preheated grill, and cook 20 to 30 minutes, until tender when poked with a fork. Turn corn occasionally during cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 127.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

SIMPLE OVEN-ROASTED CORN ON THE COB



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Very easy to do; great results. Of course, you can sprinkle any of your favorite seasonings on the corn after buttering.

Provided by cipherbabe

Categories     Corn

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 ears corn
2 tablespoons butter (softened)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Remove husks and silks from corn.
  • Butter corn and wrap in foil.
  • Place on cookie sheet and roast for 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.2, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 51.9, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.4, Protein 4.1

CORN ON THE COB



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Corn on the cob is a classic, beloved side dish for a reason. It pairs perfectly with anything from fresh crab to tacos.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ears corn, husked
1 tablespoon sugar
Butter, to taste
Salt, to taste
Cayenne pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pot, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil; add sugar to sweeten corn. Add corn, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with butter, salt, and cayenne pepper.

EASY CORN ON THE COB



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Make and share this Easy Corn on the Cob recipe from Food.com.

Provided by StormCloud329

Categories     Corn

Time 5m

Yield 1-4 ears, 1-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 -4 corn on the cob, husks removed
butter
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Wrap each ear of corn in a paper towel.
  • Wet wrapped ear with water.
  • Microwave on microwave safe plate. 1 ear for 2 minutes,.
  • add 1 minute for each additional ear up to 4 ears.
  • Carefully unwrap and season to your taste!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.5, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 6.2, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 4.1

EASY (BETTER THAN BOILED) CORN ON THE COB



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I got this cooking tip from Quick Cooking Magazine several years ago. It's nice for those that can't have a grill or when it is to cold to.

Provided by princesslisa of a g

Categories     Corn

Time 4m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 ear of corn (left in husks)
plastic wrap

Steps:

  • Leave corn in the husks.
  • Wrap each ear in a piece of plastic wrap; as many as you need.
  • Microwave on high for 4 minutes per ear.
  • CAREFULLY unwrap corn and peel the husk off; the silk should just come right out.
  • Enjoy with butter and salt if you wish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.4, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 13.5, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 2.9

CRAZY EASY CORN (ON THE COB)



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Corn on the cob barbecued to sweet perfection in it's own husk. Non corn enjoyers have loved this tasty recipe. Try serving with recipe#369273 for a great BBQ'd feast!

Provided by CHILI SPICE

Categories     Corn

Time 40m

Yield 4-8 cobs, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 corn on the cob (with husks)
4 tablespoons garlic butter (room temperature, divided 4 ways)
4 teaspoons seasoning salt (divided 4 ways)
2 teaspoons ground black pepper (divided 4 ways)

Steps:

  • - Pull husks down without removing them. Pull off the silk and throw out. Stand corn up in a bowl cover the pulled down husks and soak in water for 10-15 minutes.
  • - Hold the cob at the end and spread 1 tablespoon of garlic butter (each cob), sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • - Pull husks back up over cob.
  • - Roll each cob in a sheet of foil twisting on the ends.
  • - BBQ or Bake (in oven place on a baking sheet) 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes (turning every 5 minutes).
  • - Remove foil and husks, discard and enjoy.
  • *All steps can be done ahead of time up to cooking (refrigerate until ready to cook). This is a great time saver for camping, company or just because.
  • *Depending on your taste you could also sprinkle on a small amount of cumin OR smoked chili powder.
  • Terrific pared up with recipe#369273.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.2, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 6.7, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.7, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Choose fresh corn on the cob. Look for ears with bright green husks and tightly packed kernels. Avoid ears with brown or yellow husks, or kernels that are loose or shriveled.
  • Remove the husks and silk. Peel back the husks and remove the silk from the corn. Be careful not to remove too much of the husk, as this can make the corn dry out during cooking.
  • Soak the corn in water. Soaking the corn in water for 30 minutes before cooking will help to keep it moist and juicy. This is especially important if you are grilling or roasting the corn.
  • Cook the corn over medium heat. Cooking the corn over medium heat will help to prevent it from burning. If you are boiling the corn, bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium. If you are grilling or roasting the corn, cook it over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until the kernels are tender.
  • Season the corn. Season the corn with salt, pepper, and butter before serving. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or chili powder.

Conclusion:

Corn on the cob is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. By following these tips, you can cook corn on the cob that is perfectly tender, juicy, and flavorful. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give corn on the cob a try!

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