Quick Instant Pot Corn on the Cob Recipe Perfect in 2 Minutes
A fast and easy Instant Pot recipe for perfectly tender and flavorful corn on the cob, ready in just 2 minutes of pressure cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 7-9 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 1 teaspoon salt (optional)
- Unsalted butter or olive oil for serving
- Optional seasonings: fresh cracked black pepper, smoked paprika, chili powder, lime juice
Instructions
- Husk the corn, removing all silk strands. Trim the ends if needed to fit inside the Instant Pot (3–5 minutes).
- Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of water into the Instant Pot and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt (optional).
- Place the steaming trivet inside the pot. Arrange the ears of corn on the trivet in a single layer or stacked, ensuring they are not submerged.
- Close the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes. The Instant Pot will take about 5–7 minutes to come to pressure.
- Perform a quick pressure release by carefully turning the valve to venting as soon as cooking finishes. Use tongs to remove the hot corn immediately.
- Serve immediately with softened butter and your favorite seasonings.
Notes
Use fresh corn for best flavor and texture. For frozen corn, reduce cooking time to 1-2 minutes and allow natural pressure release to avoid mushiness. Avoid overcrowding the pot to ensure even cooking. Quick release pressure immediately after cooking to prevent overcooking. Butter can be substituted with plant-based spreads or oils for a dairy-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 230
- Fat: 2
- Saturated Fat: 1.2
- Carbohydrates: 19
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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