3-Minute Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

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This 3-Minute Instant Pot Corn on the Cob recipe makes the most amazingly tender and perfect corn every time! It’s easy and fast. And you don’t need to worry about counting minutes, testing for doneness, or anything like that.  

3-Minute Instant Pot Corn Recipe

As I’ve mentioned, summer is one of my favorite seasons of the year. And one of the things I love about it…is corn!!

Grilled, steamed, microwaved, in salads, as a side dish, as a topping for burgers and hot dogs, in short … you name it, I like it.

What not to love? It’s juicy. It’s super sweet. It’s easy and fast to make. And when the corn kernels burst in your mouth with every bite, It’s like a party of yumminess. 

Since I make so much corn on the cob during the summer, of course, I needed to try to make it in the Instant Pot! I mean. I know that cooking corn on the stovetop is easy and quick, but I found out that using the Instant Pot makes the process even easier and faster. And it makes the most amazingly tender and perfect Corn on the Cob every time.

Plus, you don’t need to worry about counting minutes, testing for doneness, or anything like that.  

These 3-Minute Instant Pot Corn on the Cob can be a wonderful addition to any barbecue, picnic, or special something for any weeknight meal.

INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED

• Fresh ears corn, husks removed
• Water

Please check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact quantities and detailed instructions (scroll down).

1. Add 1 cup water to the pressure cooking pot.
2. Place the steam rack that comes with the instant pot, or a steamer basket, inside the pot.
3. Lay corn on the rack. Secure the lid to the Instant Pot, close pressure valve and select “manual” or “high pressure” and cook for 3 minutes.
4. When the time is over, carefully turn the valve to “venting” to release the pressure. Then remove the lid. Press “Cancel”.

WHAT TOPPINGS TO USE ON CORN ON THE COB?

When it comes to corn on the cob, you can get as creative as you want. These are my faves:

1. Plain unsalted butter and salt.
2. Mexican style: melting butter, mayonnaise, cotija cheese and cayenne pepper.
3. Tajin and Queso Freso.
4. Chimichurri.
5. Butter and Parmesan Cheese.
6. Guasacaca (Venezuelan avocado sauce).
7. Spicy aioli.
8. Hot pepper jelly.

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The Easiest 3-Minute Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

Oriana Romero

This 3-Minute Instant Pot Corn on the Cob recipe makes the most amazingly tender and perfect corn every time! It's easy and fast. And you don't need to worry about counting minutes, testing for doneness, or anything like that. 

4.34 from 12 votes

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Prep Time 7 mins

Cook Time 3 mins

Total Time 10 mins

Servings 4 – 5 corns

Equipment

Pressure Cooker

Ingredients

 

• 1 cup water (240 ml)
• 4 – 5 ears corn, husks removed

Toppings (optional)

• Unsalted butter
• Kosher salt
• Tajín Seasoning
• Queso fresco crumbled

Instructions

 

• Add 1 cup water to the pressure cooking pot.
• Place the steam rack that comes with the instant pot, or a steamer basket, inside the pot.
• Lay corn on the rack. Secure the lid to the Instant Pot, close the pressure valve, select "manual" or "high pressure," and cook for 3 minutes.
• When the time is over, carefully turn the valve to "venting" to release the pressure. Then remove the lid. Press "Cancel".
• Serve corn immediately with butter and flaky salt. If you want to jazz up your corn, sprinkle with Tajin seasoning and crumbled queso fresco.

Oriana’s Notes

 

QUICK RECIPES NOTES:

• Do not add salt to the water since it can toughen the corn. If you want to add something, add 2 tablespoons of white sugar to enhance the sweetness of the corns.
• Use leftover boiled corn to make muffins, salad, soups, etc.… just make sure to cut the cooked corn off the cob and use it in your favorite recipes.
• To make this recipe over the stove, peel the corn on the cob and remove the silks. Fill a large pot or Dutch oven about half full of water. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat. Add the peeled corn to the pot. Cover and return to a boil. Cook for 7 minutes.

 

WHAT TOPPINGS TO USE ON CORN ON THE COB?

When it comes to corn on the cob, you can get as creative as you want. These are my faves:

1. Plain unsalted butter and salt.
2. Mexican style: melting butter, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and cayenne pepper.
3. Butter, Tajin, and Queso Fresco. (my fave)
4. Chimichurri.
5. Butter and Parmesan Cheese.
6. Guasacaca (Venezuelan avocado sauce).
7. Spicy aioli.
8. Hot pepper jelly.

 

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If you’re going to make this recipe, please read the whole post content to see the step-by-step photo tutorial, get lots of tips, tricks, and variations. 

 

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Please note that nutritional information is a rough estimate, and it can vary depending on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 16mgPotassium: 243mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 170IUVitamin C: 6.1mgIron: 0.5mg

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Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Calories 77

Keyword corn easy instant pot recipe side dish

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Originally posted May 2018, post content edited to add more helpful information, no change to the recipe in August  2021.