Sweet, juicy corn on the cob, ready in minutes – no boiling water or grill required! This microwave corn on the cob recipe is the quickest and easiest way to enjoy a summertime favorite without any fuss.
Why you’ll love this recipe
This recipe for cooking corn on the cob in the microwave is a total family favorite, and one of my go-to summer side dishes. The best part is how incredibly easy it is to make. No need to fuss with a big pot of boiling water or heat up the grill – just pop the corn in the microwave and let it do its thing. In just a few minutes, you’ve got perfectly cooked, tender corn ready to be slathered in butter and devoured.
Choosing corn on the cob
- Look for bright green husks that are tightly wrapped around the cob.
- Avoid husks with brown or dry spots, as they may indicate that the corn is not fresh.
- Feel the kernels through the husk. They should be plump and firm, evenly covering the entire cob. If you can feel gaps or missing kernels, the corn may not be the best quality.
Let’s cook this corn on the cob in the microwave!
1
Prepare.
First, remove any loose husks and silk from the corn. Leave the main husk intact.
2
Microwave corn.
Place your corn on the cob with its husk in the microwave, evenly spaced apart. For a standard 1000-watt microwave, cook one corn cob for 1½-2 minutes. Cooking times will vary based on your microwave’s power.
If cooking multiple cobs, add 1 minute for each additional cob.
Once cooked, carefully remove the corn from the microwave using tongs or a towel, as it will be hot. Allow the corn to cool for a couple of minutes before peeling back the husk and removing any remaining silk.
Microwave corn without husk
You can also microwave corn cobs without the husk. Simply wrap your corn on the cob in a damp paper towel or dish towel, covering it completely. Place the wrapped corn on a microwave-safe plate, leaving some space between each if cooking multiple ears.
Cook the corn in your microwave as per the instructions above. Then carefully remove the corn from the microwave, unwrap the towel, and let the corn cool for a minute before serving.
Microwave Corn on the Cob
Ingredients
- 1 corn cob (in husk [Note 1])
Directions
- Cut any long ends of the husk off the corn cob [Note 1].
- Place corn cob in microwave. Cook for 90-120 seconds on high.
- Remove corn from microwave and carefully remove the husk and silks (they will be very hot).
Notes
- If you prefer, you can remove the husks and silks first, then wrap the corn cob in a damp paper towel or dish towel before microwaving.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate and provided for informational purposes only.
