Corn off the cob is a super-simple recipe, which tastes delicious when done right. Follow this easy method to make perfectly cooked corn every time, whether you like it on the cob or not.
Boiled corn makes a terrific side dish for roasted pork chops, pan fried pork chops, burgers, or roasted chicken. It pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes and country gravy, or potato salad.
Corn off the Cob Recipe
Corn off the Cob
Equipment
- large stockpot
- tongs
- kitchen knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 quarts water
- 1 tbsp kosher salt – for the boiling water
- 4 ears corn – shucked and halved
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp kosher salt – for the cooked corn
Instructions
- Bring a large stockpot of water to a rapid boil. Add salt. Add the corn and butter.4 ears corn, 4 quarts water, 1 tbsp kosher salt, 1 tbsp butter
- Cover and turn off the heat. Let stand for 10 minutes.
- Remove the corn, drain, and sprinkle with salt.1 tsp kosher salt
- Optionally cut the corn kernels away from the cobs.
PRIVATE NOTES
Nutrition
More Information
Why add butter to the water? Could you nerdsplain it for me?
Butter is less dense than water, which is why it floats. The melting point of butter is about 95% which is why it will melt in your hand. Water boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit. When you add butter to simmering water, it will melt and float on the top.
When you remove the corn from the simmering water, water and melted butter will be coated onto the boiled corn. The hot water will steam off, leaving behind a thin layer of butter. This imparts a light buttery flavor that is not as greasy as if you were to melt the butter directly onto the corn.
Corn on or off the cob?
I prefer cutting the corn off of the cob for several reasons.
- It’s easier to eat, and not nearly as messy.
- It’s easier to mix with other ingredients. Sometimes I will take my corn off the cob, and sauté with a pat of butter along with chopped red bell pepper, and chopped red onions.
- It’s easier to get that perfect bite, especially when combined with fried pork chops, mashed potatoes and country gravy. Yum!
Sometimes corn on the cob is just more fun! It’s also easier to serve corn on the cob with burgers on the patio because you won’t need utensils. If you cut the cobs in half, it is much easier to eat with only one hand.
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