Corn on the Cob is absolutely delicious! Making it in the Instant Pot delivers the juiciest and tender corn every single time. You only need the corn and a bit of water in the pot and the pressure cooker takes over with amazing results.
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- This easy instant pot corn recipe gives is simple to prepare and has the juiciest results.
- Corn is the perfect side dish for just about any meal.
- Using an Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker and following these instructions will give you perfect corn, every time.
Ingredients
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- Ears of fresh corn - Depending on the size of your corn, you may need to cut them in half to fit into the vessel.
- cold water - just a little water in the bottom to bring the pot to pressure.
Equipment
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Place insert or trivet inside the Instant Pot. Put the ears of corn on top of the trivet.
- Add cold water to the insert. Close the lid and be sure to close the vent to the sealing position.
- Press the high pressure/manual button and set the cooking time to 2 minutes. It will take about 5-10 minutes for the pot to pressurize and 2 minutes to start counting down.
- Let the pot naturally release for 5 minutes. Then, quick release any remaining pressure.
- Use thongs to remove the corn from the Instant Pot. Season with your favorite toppings of your choice and serve.
Storage
Leftover corn can be stored in a covered airtight container or plastic storage bag, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Corn can also be taken off the cob after it is cooked and frozen. Remove the corn kernels from the cob and spread them out on a large rimmed baking sheet in the freezer until the corn is frozen for about 1 hour. Then place the corn in a freezer-safe bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Defrost and add to salads, taco, soup recipes, etc.
Expert Tips
Expert Tip: Use either the trivet that comes with the Instant pot or a steamer basket. Both work well for cooking corn.
- The cobs can be big so you may have to cut them into smaller pieces to fit the inner pot. We recipe tested using a 6-quart pot.
- For smaller electric pressure cookers, you can slice your cobs into smaller pieces to cook.
- There is no need to change the process or cooking time.
- I use a steamer basket, but the insert the Instant Pot comes with is just fine. You just don’t want the corn touching the bottom of the pot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Corn cooks in about 2 minutes then let the pressure cooker do a natural release for 5 minutes. After that, open the valve and let the remaining pressure release.
Add 1 ½ cups of water to the bottom of the cooking vessel.
Yes, corn can be made in the pressure cooker with the husks on it. Be sure to remove and discard the silks first.
Use the same amount of water and follow the directions.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the corn with melted butter, garlic pepper, a bit of salt, and black pepper, for a classic side dish.
Some other serving suggestions; sprinkle corn with lime, Cajun seasoning, taco seasoning, or any of your favorite seasoning salts.
Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs would be perfectly paired with this recipe for an easy dinner.
One of our favorite things to do after hitting the farm stands is having corn slathered in butter and for dessert, apple cider donuts, yum!
Mexican street corn is a great use for this corn, recipe coming soon.
Similar recipes
If you love corn as much as I do, experiment with various ways of cooking it.
We love Roasted Corn or Grilled Corn which are both recipes that provide delicious juicy corn.
Enjoy Dairy-Free Potato Corn chowder, a big bowl of comfort.
Slow Cooker Corn Chowder is another easy recipe that you will love. Everything goes right into the crock pot for simple prep.
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Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
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Ingredients
- 4 ears corn, shucked
- 1 ½ cups cold water
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Instructions
- Place insert or trivet inside the Instant Pot and place the corn on top of the trivet.
- Add the cold water to the vessel. Close the lid and be sure to close the vent.
- Press the high pressure/manual button and set the cooking time to 2 minutes. It will take about 5-10 minutes for the pot to pressurize and 2 minutes to start counting down.
- Let the pot naturally release for 5 minutes. Then, quick release the remaining pressure.
- Use tongs to remove the corn from the Instant Pot. Season with your favorite toppings and serve.
