Four Easy Ways to Cook Corn on Cob
For those looking to cook corn on cob here are four, count em four, easy ways to meet all of your cooking needs. Take a gander at the list and follow these simple and delicious steps to road to a perfect meal.
How to Cook Corn on Cob: The Steam Machine
When steaming corn on cob you must first shuck off the husks and rinse the corn under cold water. Then grab your biggest pot and fill it with water, bringing it to a rolling boil. Once the water is ready, place the corn on a steamer rack (or basket) and cover those babies up. Steaming corn on cob take about 10-12 minutes to cook,and then they are ready for your favorite dressings.
How to Cook Corn on Cob: Boil, Boil, Toil and Trouble
Boiling corn on the cob is really quite similar to steaming, as you really only need a big pot filled with boiling water. First, shuck the corn and clean it off with cold water while waiting for the water to boil. Then, place the corn in for 3-8 minutes depending on how tender you like your corn. After they finish, use your tongs to take them out (careful they’re hot!) and drain the water. Let the corn cool off for about five minutes and then add all the dressing your heart desires.
How to Cook Corn on Cob: Watch out, Radioactive Man!
Before microwaving corn on the cob, you’re going to want to soak them in water with their husks, entirely submerged. For best results find a container large enough to fit at least two ears of corn and place something on top to weigh them down. Soak them for at least a half an hour and then drain the excess water. Cooking time in the microwave should take about only 7-8 minutes depending on your own model, and remember if you don’t have a rotating plate inside the microwave, to rotate the corn half way through. Wait for the ding and then its time to add the dressing!
How to Cook Corn on Cob: Grill, Baby, Grill
There’s nothing better than a little grilled corn on the cob to add to your backyard bbq. However, before firing up the grill , you must first completely submerge the corn with the husks for about 20 minutes, to provide needed moisture for cooking. After soaking the corn, drain the excess water and throw them on the grill. For best results, cover the corn and turn them every 5-10 minutes so they won’t burn. Once the husk has browned and blackened at the tips the corn is ready to be taken off and cleaned. To clean grilled corn on the cob, peel off the husk and then wash off excess ash under running water. Then its time to go wild with your dressing!
No matter what method you choose, cooking corn on cob is a great addition to any dish and guaranteed way to share a great meal with friends and family.