Easy Instant Pot Corn on the Cob Recipe: Perfect 8-Minute Side
This easy Instant Pot corn on the cob recipe delivers sweet, tender corn in just 8 minutes, making it the perfect quick side dish for any meal. With simple ingredients and foolproof pressure cooking, it’s a crowd-pleaser for family dinners, barbecues, and potlucks.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes (plus 4–5 minutes to build pressure)
- Total Time: 10–12 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4–6 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and silk removed
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional, for serving)
- Butter (for serving)
- Seasonings (optional: cracked black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili lime seasoning)
- Fresh herbs (optional: chopped parsley, cilantro, or chives)
Instructions
- Husk 4–6 ears of fresh corn and remove all silk. Trim the ends if needed so they fit in your Instant Pot.
- Pour 1 cup water into the Instant Pot. Place the trivet or steamer rack inside.
- Lay the corn cobs on the rack, stacking in two layers if needed.
- Lock the lid on the Instant Pot and set the valve to ‘Sealing.’ Select ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ for 2 minutes at high pressure (4–5 minutes for frozen corn).
- Once the timer sounds, use a long spoon or tongs to carefully move the valve to ‘Venting’ for a quick pressure release. Wait until all steam escapes.
- Use tongs to lift the hot corn onto a serving platter. Brush with butter and sprinkle with salt or your favorite seasonings.
- Optional: Let the corn rest under foil for 2 minutes before serving for extra buttery flavor.
Notes
For best results, use fresh sweet corn. Stack cobs in two layers if needed. Add salt and butter after cooking for optimal texture. For dairy-free or vegan, use olive oil or plant-based butter. If using frozen corn, increase pressure cook time to 4–5 minutes. Corn can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 17
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
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