How to Boil Corn on the Cob (5-Minute Recipe)
Boiling corn on the cob is a summer essential, and this 5-minute recipe makes it effortless. Perfect for barbecues, family dinners, or a quick snack, freshly boiled corn delivers sweet, juicy flavor that complements any meal. With minimal ingredients and steps, you can enjoy tender kernels that burst with natural sweetness. Elevate your dining experience by customizing with butter, spices, or fresh herbs to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cobs of corn (shucked)
- 1 Tbsp fine sea salt
- 2 Tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
- Butter (optional for serving)
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Fill a large pot halfway with water and bring it to a boil. Add salt and sugar.
- Carefully add the shucked corn to the boiling water.
- Once boiling resumes, reduce heat to medium and cover the pot.
- Boil for exactly 5 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Use tongs to remove the corn; serve warm with butter and seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cob (90g)
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg