Name: Easy Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 6 ears of corns (de-husked); 1 cup water; optional flavourings (lime zest, chopped cilantro, salt (for Mexican-style corn))

Instant Pot Corn on the Cob garnished with lime zest, cilantro and salt and ready to be served

Peeps, I am fairly certain I will never wait for water to boil again. That is because with my trusty Instant Pot I can make anything and everything I would typically cook on the stovetop, in less time and with zero supervision. Soups, stews, pasta…all made muuuuuch easier with the Instant Pot. And cooking up sweet and tasty Corn on the Cob in the Instant Pot just might be the easiest thing yet.

With just 2 simple ingredients and 3 minutes, you will have sweet, tasty perfectly cooked Instant Pot corn on the cob. The ideal side to all sorts of main dishes, whether you dress it up with the toppings of your choice or eat it plain. Or cook up corn on the cob in the Instant Pot, then cut off the kernels and use it in all sorts of different recipes.

Instant Pot Sweet Corn Recipe Materials

KITCHEN TOOLS, UTENSILS & APPLIANCES NEEDED

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Here are some of the items you will need to make this recipe.

8 qt Instant Pot.
- I use and love the 8 qt, extra Instant Pot Insert & sealing ring.
3 qt Instant Pot or 6 qt Instant Pot depending on family size.
Cutting board.
Tongs.
These awesome Measuring jugs or cups.
Measuring teaspoons.
Sea Salt Flakes <= amazing salt that makes your food taste good.
Bowls with covers.
- For storing your leftover food.
**Check out my list of the best Instant Pot Accessories you can get**.

Ready to learn how to make This Easy Corn on the Cob Instant Pot? Then gather up your ingredients and I’ll show you…..

How to Make Instant Pot Corn on the Cob Step by Step

Add 1 cup of water and then the trivet to the bottom of the Instant Pot insert.
Place the first 3 ears of corn on top of the trivet.
Then stack other 3 on top perpendicular to the bottom row (facing opposite direction).
Put the lid on the Instant Pot and turn the valve to the sealing position.
Set to manual / high pressure for 3 mins. When done, perform a quick pressure release.
Remove Instant Pot corn on the cob, top with the flavourings of your choice, and serve.

HOW TO MAKE CAMPFIRE CORN ON THE COB (OR BBQ GRILLED CORN).

1. Light your campfire or grill to medium heat.
2. Spray the corn with a little olive oil spray or lightly rub on some olive il.
3. Grill the corn over the campfire or grill for about 4 mins on each side, turning regularly until the corn is cooked and charred, make sure to turn it every few minutes.
4. When done take it off the grill and top with the flavourings of your choice, and serve.

Tips For Making Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

Use these tips to make cooking corn in Instant Pot super easy.

Do make sure to perform a quick pressure release to avoid mushy, overcooked corn.
If making for the kids, cut the cobs in half before cooking to better fit those smaller hands.
After cooking the corn, pour out the water and melt a stick of dairy free butter inside the Instant Pot. Then drizzle or brush the melted butter on top of your Instant pot sweet corn before serving.

Cooking Instant Pot Corn on The Cob with Husks

If you prefer, you can cook your corn with the husks on. Just cut off the bottom of the ear of corn just above the stem. Cook the corn (with husks and silks included) as directed in this recipe.

Once it is cool enough safely handle, hold each ear at the top, pinching the husk and silks, squeeze and push the ear of corn right out of the bottom of the husk. Easy peasy!

Can You Make Instant Pot Frozen Corn on the Cob?

Yeap. You can easily cook frozen corn on the cob in the Instant Pot. Pick up a package of frozen corn on the cob from your local market and then cook according to this recipe. You will need to add an extra minute of cook time (4 mins total) to make sure your frozen corn cooks thoroughly.

Mexican Style Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

Like the idea of making Mexican style Instant Pot Corn on the Cob? In addition to the topping suggestions of lime zest, chopped cilantro and salt, you can also sprinkle the corn with chili powder for extra zip and even more flavour. And adding some crumbled Queso Fresco (Mexican cheese) gives your Mexican style corn rich creaminess.

Instant Pot Corn on the Cob with Cajun Butter

I happen to loooooove Cajun spices, so adding a generous portion of flavourful Cajun butter to my Instant Pot Corn on the Cob is one of my favourite ways to enjoy it. Check out this Cajun Butter Recipe and try it for yourself.

What to Serve with Pressure Cooker Corn on the Cob

Air Fryer Steak

Smoky Grilled Pork Tacos

Instant Pot Whole Chicken

Cilantro Lime Air Fryer Shrimp Skewers

Weight Watchers Points in Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

There are 0 Freestyle Points in a serving of this Instant Pot Corn on the Cob.

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