This Instant Pot Corn on the Cob recipe is so quick and easy to make. Just two simple ingredients are all that’s needed to get sweet, tasty perfectly cooked corn on the cob.
Suitable for Vegan and Gluten Free diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.
Cooking up sweet and tasty Corn on the Cob in the Instant Pot is so quick and so easy, you’ll never want to do it any other way!
With just 2 simple ingredients and 3 minutes, you will have sweet, tasty perfectly cooked Instant Pot corn on the cob. No more waiting around for water to boil. Other snacks you may be interested in are Instant Pot Green Beans and Instant Pot Buttered Cabbage.
Corn on the cob is an ideal side for all sorts of main dishes, whether you dress it up with the toppings of your choice or eat it plain. You can also cook corn on the cob in the Instant Pot, then cut off the kernels and use it in all sorts of different recipes.
Why Make This Recipe
- Fast – Ready in just a few minutes!
- Convenient – With the Instant Pot you can simply set it and walk away. No more watching to make sure the pot doesn’t boil over.
- Dietary – suitable for those who follow vegan and gluten free diets.
How To Make Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
- Add 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 the 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 flavorings of your choice, and serve.
Tips For Success
- Make sure to perform a quick pressure release to avoid mushy, overcooked corn.
- Serving to the kids? Cut the cobs in half before cooking to better fit those smaller hands.
- After cooking, pour out the water and melt a stick of dairy free butter (or regular) in the Instant Pot insert. Then drizzle or brush on top of the corn before serving.
Delicious Variations
- Leave on the Husks: Cut off the bottom of the ear of corn just above the stem and cook as directed. Once cool enough to handle safely, hold at the top, pinching the husk and silks, squeeze and push the ear of corn out of the bottom.
- Cook on Campfire or Grill: No Instant Pot? No problem. Light your campfire or grill to medium heat. Spray or lightly rub corn with olive oil, then grill about 4 minutes per side, making sure to turn it every few minutes.
- Make it Cajun: Top cooked corn with Cajun seasoning, or slather with this homemade Cajun Butter.
Meal Prep and Storage
Prep Ahead – a few days in advance, you can remove the husks and silks from the corn, then place in an airtight container or wrap in aluminum foil and then store in the fridge until needed.
Storage – Cooked corn on the cob can be stored in an airtight container or wrapped in foil and refrigerated for up to 5 days.
FAQs
Yes, 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 minutes total) to make sure your frozen corn cooks thoroughly.
Mexican Corn on the Cob, also known as street corn, is corn on the cob that is topped with lime zest, chopped cilantro, salt, and chili powder. Sometimes it is served with the addition of crumbled Queso Fresco (Mexican cheese), which gives the Mexican style corn a delectable creaminess.
Serving Suggestions
- Air Fryer Steak
- Smoky Grilled Pork Tacos
- Instant Pot Whole Chicken
- Cilantro Lime Air Fryer Shrimp Skewers
More Instant Pot Snacks
Weight Watchers Points
Without additional toppings, there are 0 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
Tools Needed
- Instant Pot.
- Instant Pot Accessories.
- Cups and measuring spoons.
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Easy Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
Ingredients
- 6 ears of corns de-husked
- 1 cup (237ml) water
- optional flavorings: lime zest, chopped cilantro, salt , chili powder, queso fresco
Instructions
- Add 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 the other 3 on top and 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 minutes. When done, perform a quick pressure release.
- Remove corn, top with the flavorings of your choice, and serve.
Notes
- 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 butter inside the Instant Pot. Then drizzle or brush the melted butter on top of your corn before serving.
- Storage – refrigerate for up to 5 days.Â
- Without the addition of toppings, there are 0 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
I’m brand new to instant pot. If I want to cook only 2 or 3 ears do I reduce the cook time?
Hi Ann, no you just cook at the same time even if you reduce the amount of corn.
This rather simple recipe will help us to get a delicious gluten-free dish. The fragrant corn on the cob will certainly delight with its juicy consistency.
You’re so right, this had to be the easiest way to make corn on the cob! It was perfect!
Thank you 🙂
Is there anything we can’t cook in the instant pot? Love the ease of cooking corn on the cob in a pressure cooker! What an awesome idea!
I couldn’t believe how easy it was to make corn on the cob in my instant pot! It was a breeze! Thank you.
Great way to make corn on the cob in Instant Pot. Easy and delicious – just how I like it!
After trying this recipe, I’ll never make corn another way again! So easy and so so good!