Pro Tips For Boiling Corn on The Cob

1. Use fresh seasonal sweet corn on the cob for the best tasting corn.
2. Make sure when you buy corn on the cob that the husks are firm.
3. Remove all husks and hair before boiling the corn on the cob.
4. You need a large pot and make sure the water is cold to start with.
5. Don’t Overcook because overboiled corn becomes chewy and loses sweetness.
6. Avoid crowding the pot, the corn should be fully submerged.
7. Turn Off Heat Once Done and let corn sit 5 minutes in hot water for gentle finishing.
8. Boil the corn for 3-5 minutes depending on the size and how well cooked you prefer it to be.
9. Leave the corn in the hot water and turn off the heat until ready to serve. This way it will remain warm.
10. The herb butter is optional but so good! Use as little or much of it to your taste.

What to Serve with Corn on the Cob

• BBQ. Grilled Veal Chops, Grilled Trout , Ribeye Steak, Lamb Steaks, Turkish Chicken Skewers.
• Salads. Taco Salad, Black Bean and Corn Salad, Sweet Potato Salad, Tuna Salad Recipe .
• Salsas. Pineapple Salsa, Best Strawberry Corn Salsa
• Tacos. Ground Beef Tacos, Salmon Tacos, Ground Chicken Tacos, Lamb Tacos.
• Burgers. Mushroom Swiss Burger, Cheese Stuffed Burgers, The Best Lamb Burgers Loaded with Nachos.

How Long Does it Take to Boil Corn on the Cob 

Usually this depends on the size and how well cooked you want the corn on the cob to be. The averag time is 3-5 minute for boiling corn. The details are:

• Fresh Corn (In Season) :Boil for 4 to 6 minutes. Bring water to a full rolling boil first, then add husked corn, cover the pan and return to a boil. Once boiling again, cook 4–6 minutes. Fresh summer corn only needs a short boil.
• Fresh, Just Picked Corn: Boil for 3 to 5 minutes using the same method above. Extra fresh corn cooks even faster because the sugars are still high and the kernels are tender.
• Frozen Corn on the Cob: Boil for 6 to 8 minutes. You don't need to thaw first. Add frozen corn directly to boiling water and cook until heated through and tender.
• Older or Late Season Corn: Boil for 6 to 8 minutes. Slightly older corn may need a minute or two longer to soften.

Do you put corn in cold water or boiling water?

Always add corn to boiling water, not cold. This prevents overcooking and preserves sweetness.

Should You Add Salt to the Water?

This is highly debated. Our best practice and trials have shown that's best NOT to salt the water for boiling corn. We prefer the sweetness of the corn to concentrate during boiling and salt it later if needed. So you can eithwe use our flavored butter as above, or simply salt the corn well. 

Should you add sugar to boiling water?

Not necessary for very fresh corn. If corn is slightly older, a teaspoon of sugar can enhance sweetness.

What is the best way to cook corn?

You can boil, steam or microwave corn for juicy tender corn. And you likewise grill it for that charred flavor and extra bite.

How to Tell When Corn Is Done

Perfect boiled corn should be bright yellow with plump and juicy kernels.If you have a fork, prick it and it should be tender when pierced. When corn is done, it will be almost sweet smelling. However if your kernels look shriveled or dull, it may be overcooked.

Does corn float when boiling?

No, actually corn shouldn't float when boiling.

How long can boiled corn sit in hot water after it cooks?

Up to 10 minutes with heat off. Longer than that may cause overcooking.

Variations After Boiling

Once boiled, try adding a blend of simply butter and salt. Also chilli powder and lime for a Mexican fiesta.Other seasonings include: Parmesan and black pepper, our garlic herb butter, or a simple honey butter. 

Storage & Reheating

• Store cooked corn in refrigerator up to 3 days.
• Reheat in microwave wrapped in damp paper towel.
• Or reheat briefly in hot water for 1–2 minutes.