Your backyard barbeque isn’t complete until you have a made batch of fresh corn in your pressure cooker! I love that you don’t have to watch a big pot of water, just waiting for it to boil. You can relax as it cooks or spend your time making the rest of your main course.
Sweet corn comes out tender every time we pressure cook it and it’s so easy! You can follow the same cooking instructions and transform this into Mexican Street Corn. Once it’s done, smear each cob with butter, salt, pepper, and maybe even a little parmesan cheese for a simple and delicious side dish.
Most of you probably have the trivet that comes with the Instant Pot, that’s what I use. If you have a steamer basket you can use it instead. Both work great.
How to Make Corn on the Cob in the Instant Pot
- Put the trivet or steamer basket in the bottom of the inner pot.
- Add the ears of corn, followed by the water.
- Lock the lid in place and turn the venting knob to the sealing position.
- Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes then quick release.
The corncob (ear) is actually part of the corn plant’s flower.
- Be sure to remove the husks before steaming the corn.
- If the ears are too big for the pot, cut them in half.
- This recipe was made with a 6-quart Instant Pot, but if you have a larger model you can cook more corn. Just don’t exceed the max line on the pot.
- Cooking in batches? Keep the cooked corn in the oven on low while you wait for the others to finish.
Best Meals to Serve with Corn
Corn is really a vegetable that goes well with just about anything. Here are some dishes you may like and don’t forget the dinner rolls!
- Grilled Shrimp Skewers
- Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
- Orange and Brown Sugar Glazed Ham
- Classic Pot Roast
- Grilled Lemon Chicken
Yes! Put the frozen corn cobs on top of the trivet. Add a cup of water and pressure cook on high for 5 minutes. Quickly release the pressure once it’s done, and you are ready to serve.
If you have a ton of corn leftover, don’t throw it out! Cut the kernels off and add them to salads, burrito bowls, dips, or Mexican casseroles.
You can also keep the cobs whole and turn them into Mexican Street Corn, which is a winner around here!
MOUTHWATERING INSTANT POT RECIPES
Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
Equipment
- 6-Quart or Larger Instant Pot
- Instant Pot Insert or Steaming Basket
Ingredients
- 4 Ears of corn shucked
- 1 ½ Cups of Water
Instructions
- Put the trivet or steaming basket inside the Instant Pot and place the shucked ears of corn on top.
- Pour in the water and secure lid. Switch the valve to the sealing position.
- Cook on high pressure/manual for 2 minutes.
- Allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes. Then switch the valve to the venting position for the remaining pressure.
- Transfer the corn to a serving platter and enjoy!
Notes
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