Perfectly Boiled Corn On The Cob
The perfect corn on the cob, ideal for summer barbecues and get-togethers, requires very few ingredients and is so indulgent it will become your new favorite vegetable!
Servings: 6
Calories: 111kcal
Ingredients
- 6 ears fresh corn on the cob with husks and silks removed
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 4 quarts water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon parsley
Instructions
- Fill a large stockpot with enough water to cover the ears of corn.
- Add salt to the water and bring it to a boil.
- Once the water is boiling, carefully add the ears of corn to the pot.
- Boil the corn for 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
- Remove the corn from the pot using tongs or a pair of kitchen mitts.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan and drizzle it over the cooked corn.
- Garnish it with some parsley (optional) and serve the corn on the cob hot!
Notes
- Remember to remove the husks and silk from the corn before boiling them.
- Do not overcook the corn as it may become tough or chewy.
- Adding salt to the water before boiling makes the corn more flavorful, as the salt won't just be on top.
- Adding butter to the corn after cooking is optional but adds an extra flavor punch.
Nutrition
Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 1238mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 341IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg