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Boiled corn on the cob with a slice of butter
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How to Cook Corn on the Cob

Delicious corn on the cob - a perfect summer side perfectly topped with butter with a sprinkle of salt. Learn how to cook these juicy kernels without losing their vitality. Simple, classic, and delicious.
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, Global
Keyword corn, corn on cob, easy vegetable recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 24.5kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 to 6 ears corn on the cob
  • 4 teaspoons butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Large pot of water

Instructions

  • Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil.
  • Next, add the corn on the cob to the boiling water, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
  • Boil for 4-5 minutes or until the corn is tender.
  • Once done, carefully remove the ears of corn from the pot using tongs or a slotted spoon.
  • Serve hot with butter, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 24.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 2.7g | Saturated Fat: 1.7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 7.2mg | Sodium: 21.4mg | Potassium: 2.3mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 85.1IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 0.8mg | Iron: 0.003mg