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Microwave Corn on the Cob in the husk. It's the easiest way to enjoy fresh corn in minutes and you won't have to deal with messy silk strands!
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Previously, I'd pat myself on the back when I shucked the corn in the grocery store, instead of at my house, thereby reducing the amount of mess I'd have later. Then, I'd boil the corn for use in dishes like Fresh Corn and Black Bean Salsa or Mexican Street Corn in a Cup.
Important lessons learned:
1) It's best to store corn in the husk in a cool place or the refrigerator until you are ready to cook it. You can even store it in the freezer! Check out our tips on How to Freeze Corn on the Cob in the Husk.
2) After microwaving corn in the husk, the husk and silk will slide right off the corn. The corn cooks in its own juices and it is tender crisp. And, it only takes a few minutes to cook.
I never knew I'd been cooking corn on the cob the hard way until I toured Long & Scott Farms. (They have a great corn maze to explore if you are ever in the area.) That's where I learned this easy trick.
See...no silk, except for a little teeny, tiny piece. It really works!
How to Microwave Corn on the Cob in the Husk
Follow these step-by-step directions to microwave an ear of corn or hop down to a quick video and the recipe card.
1. Leave the husks on the corn. You can trim the fuzzy end a little though.
2. Place the corn on a microwave-safe plate and microwave according to the following guidelines:
How Long To Cook:
- 1 ear - 2 minutes
- 2 ears - 4 minutes
- 3 ears - 5 minutes
- 4 ears - 6 minutes
Note that the times may vary slightly depending upon microwave wattage. Start with these times and add an additional minute as necessary.
3. Allow the corn to cool after cooking for about 5 minutes. Note: The corn will be very hot when the corn finishes cooking. Use a hand towel to hold the corn if necessary.
4. Cut about 1 inch off of the end of the corn that has a stub. Don't cut the end with the silk showing.
5. Grab the end of the corn with the silk and pull it away. Sometimes it takes a few tries to get things moving. If you are having difficulty, peel back the husk at the top a little or try holding the end with the silk in one hand and using the other hand to rock the corn a bit.
Enjoy corn in a favorite recipe on or off the cob, with a pat of butter...or fresh and hot. It's hard to beat fresh, sweet corn!
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Microwave Corn on the Cob in Husk
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Ingredients
- 4 each corn on the cob
Instructions
- Place the corn on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high as follows:1 ear – 2 minutes2 ears – 4 minutes3 ears – 5 minutes4 ears – 6 minutes
- Allow the corn to cool untouched after cooking for about 5 minutes.
- Cut about 1 inch off of the end of the corn that has a stub. Don’t cut the end with the silk showing.
- Grab the end of the corn with the silk and pull it away, rocking gently if needed to begin the process.
Notes
- Store corn in the husk in a cool place or the refrigerator until you're ready to cook it.
- You can also freeze corn on the cob in the husk.
- Timing will vary based upon microwave wattage. Start with suggestion and add additional time as necessary.
- Corn will be very hot. Hold one end with a hand towel.
- If you're having trouble pulling off the husk, peel the top back a little to help get it started.
Nutrition
Corn Lover says
Absolutely, the best way to cook corn on the cobb!
Bonnie says
Great way to save time on cooking corn in boiling water, and it tastes the same as boiling it. Easy way.
Thank You
Christina says
I've cooked my corn like this for years. So much easier & delish!
Christina says
Perfect, easy , thank you.
Paula says
This is so easy and tasty and the corn is ready and hot right when dinner is ready. I usually do 4 ears all at once and the 6 minutes is perfect.
Leland Powers says
I've had corn cooked this way that someone else cooked for me it really works and turns out great and tastes wonderful most definitely give it a try.
judilynn says
Slickest way to cook REALLY GREAT CORN !!!
Mama Lynn says
Been cooking corn on the cob for years like this! It's the easiest and miost tasty, in my opinion! Try it!!!
Patti says
Easy and taste great! Yes
Paula says
Discoved this recipe a few months ago and have been microwaving our fresh corn on the cob ever since. So easy and so less time consuming. I'm the kind of cook that puts the corn under high intensity lighting to make sure every little bitty string of silk is removed. This recipe does the trick, even for an OCD cook like me. Try it. You'll be glad you did!
Holli says
The ONLY WAY I make corn now!
Lisa says
Fantastic and easy way to cook and shuck all in one step! Thank you thank you!!!! Why did I just learn this at age 63?!?
Marjory Pilley says
I know the feeling. Better late than never! 🙂
Barbara says
Love this method! Saves so much time and tastes great!
Mary says
This is so easy and tastes out of this world and there is very little mess to clean up!!!
phx cooks says
I love corn very much. Thank you for sharing. This tip is very useful. I will share this tip for my family and my friends. I believe they love it too.