Microwave Corn

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    77 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Microwave Corn

Microwave Corn provides a quick method to prepare fresh corn on the cob by using damp paper towels as insulation during cooking. This technique steams the corn inside the microwave, preserving its natural sweetness and tenderness without added water or lengthy preparation. Cooking times vary by quantity, allowing flexible, speedy serving.

Description

This recipe simplifies preparing corn on the cob by removing husks and wrapping each ear in a damp paper towel before microwaving. The moisture retained in the towel steams the corn evenly, resulting in juicy kernels without the need for boiling water.

Cooking times are adjusted based on the number of ears: 3-4 minutes for one to two ears, and 5-6 minutes for four ears. This range ensures the corn cooks thoroughly yet retains a tender bite. Once cooked, the corn is ready to eat immediately or can be dressed with butter or seasoning.

This microwave method is convenient when stove or grill usage isn’t feasible and offers a fast way to enjoy fresh corn without waiting for water to boil or needing extra equipment.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 corn cobs

Instructions

  1. Shuck your corn. Once that's done, wet 4 paper towels, wring out, and wrap around each ear of corn. Place on a microwave-safe dinner plate.
  2. Cook in the microwave for 3-6 minutes based on the amount of corn you are heating up.1-2 ears of corn: cook for 3-4 minutes4 ears of corn: cook for 5-6 minutes 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 77kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 14mg (1%) Potassium 243mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 168IU (3%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 77 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 77kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 14mg 1%
Potassium 243mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 168IU 3%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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