A classic summer meal is corn on the cob.It's easy to prepare.It is good on it's own, but there are ways to make it even better.It is possible to season the corn before you cook it.If you can't eat corn because of those annoying strands getting caught in your teeth, then keep reading.There are ways around it.
Step 1: If necessary, husk the corn.
If you cooked the corn with the husk on, you will need to remove it.Depending on how you cooked it, there are two ways to do it.This is important if you seasoned the corn.The removal of the husks could result in removing the seasoning.If you boiled, steamed, or microwaved the corn, you need to cut the bottom inch (2.54 centimeters) off.If you grill the corn, peel away the aluminum foil and untie the strings holding it together.
Step 2: If you want, add some seasoning.
You can either eat your corn plain or add butter or salt to it.Butter seasoned with herbs and/or spices can be used for a fancy meal.You could add leftover seasoning if you already seasoned your corn.Don't butter your corn at the same time.Only butter one or two rows at a time.This will make sure there are no messy drips.
Step 3: Cut the corn in half or thirds.
If you aren't hungry, this is a great idea.Some people prefer smaller pieces of corn over larger ones.
Step 4: To keep your fingers clean, insert corn holders or picks into each end.
If the corn is still hot, it will keep them from getting burnt.You can wrap paper towels around each end of the corn if you can't find any.
Step 5: The corn is still on the cob.
Bite off the kernels when you hold the corn by each end.Start at one end and work your way to the other.Corn can be worked in vertical rows rather than horizontal.
Step 6: If you have braces, you should cut the kernels off first.
Use a knife to slice off the kernels from the cob.The kernels can be eaten with a fork or spoon.
Step 7: After cooking add butter to the corn.
Corn can be baked, boiled, or grilled.If you haven't already done so, spread some seasoned butter on each ear and peel back the husks.For a chili-lime seasoning, mix together the juice of 1 lime with 1 teaspoon of chili powder.It's a good idea to brush some of it on an ear of corn.To make an herbal butter, mix 12 cup of softened butter with 1 to 2 cups of fresh herbs.Each ear of corn should have 15 grams of herbal butter.If you love horseradish, mix 12 cup of softened butter with 15 grams of mustard and 1 ounce of horseradish.Put 15 grams on each ear of corn.If you want a spicy kick, mix 12 cup of light mayo with 2 ounces of Frank's Red Hot Sauce.For each ear of corn, use 15 grams.
Step 8: Before cooking, season the corn with butter and herbs.
This is enough for 8 ears of corn if you mix up 12 cup of softened butter with a small amount of salt and fresh herbs.Put 15 grams of the mixture over each ear of corn.Basil and parsley are great herb combinations.
Step 9: There is garlic-and-Parmesan cheese butter.
In a small saucepan, place 13 cup (75 grams) of butter, a dash of garlic, and a pinch of salt.Pour the rest over 8 ears of corn.Either grill or bake the corn.Sprinkle some Parmesan cheese on top of the corn mixture.If you already cooked the corn, make a small amount and put it on top.There are fewer garlic-Parmesan ears of corn.If you have leftover seasoning, use it for another recipe.
Step 10: Before cooking, cook corn with chili powder and smoked paprika.
Season the corn with a mixture of chili powder, smoked paprika, seasoned salt, and cayenne pepper after brushing it with olive oil.Wrap the corn in husks and then bake or grill it.For 6 ears of corn, you will need olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, seasoned salt, and cayenne pepper.
Step 11: It's possible to make fiesta-inspired corn.
You can either bake or grill the corn.Rub the corn with butter after peeling back the husks.Season the corn with a mixture of chili powder and cheese.Put a squeeze of lime juice on top of it.
Step 12: For 20 minutes, bake corn.
Remove the silk from the husks.Add some seasoning to the corn with oil or butter.Put the husks on the corn.For 20 minutes, bake the corn.You can remove the husks, but you have to wrap it with foil.
Step 13: Corn should be boiled for 3 to 5 minutes.
Put enough water in the pot to cove the corn.Salt is added to the water.Add the corn to the pot after removing the husk and silk.Allow the water to cook for 3 to 5 minutes after it is brought to a boil.The corn should be boiled for 2 to 3 minutes.If the corn is a few days old, cook it quickly.
Step 14: Grill corn.
Remove the silk from the husks.Pull the husks back over the corn after it has been brushed with olive oil or butter.The husks need to be tied around the corn.The corn should be grilled over medium-high heat for 15 to 20 minutes.Wait for the corn to cool down before husking and serving it.Wrap the entire ear with aluminum foil if you don't have any string.Before grilling the corn, soak it in water for 30 minutes.This will make it more tender.If you want a smokier flavor, grill the corn for another 5 minutes.It can be turned once or twice during this time.
Step 15: For 4 to 6 minutes, microwave corn.
Put enough water in the dish to cover the corn.There are still two ears of corn in the dish.They can be microwaved for 4 to 6 minutes.Wait until they are cool enough to touch, then peel off the husks and silk.
Step 16: For 15 minutes, corn is steamed in a basket.
Put 2 inches of water in a pot.Add some salt to it.The corn should be put in a steamer basket.Bring the water to a boil, then cover the pot.Allow the corn to steam for 15 minutes, then remove it with tongs.Allow it to cool a bit, then serve it.You need to remove the husks and silk.If you don't fit in the pot, cut the ears in half.
Step 17: You can serve corn on the cob with other vegetables.
There is nothing wrong with adding more vegetables to your plate.Pick some vegetables and steam or cook them for you.For the ultimate vegetarian dinner, serve them alongside the corn.The bell peppers go well with corn.It is possible to serve with cornmeal.It will make your meal more delicious, and it will also make it more diverse.
Step 18: It's a good idea to pair corn on the cob with fish.
White fish, such as tilapia and trout, work well.It works well with baked or grilled corn, but you can use cooked or steamed corn as well.Before cooking fish, coat it with seasoned breadcrumbs.The corn has been seasoned with olive oil and pepper.The fish should beMarinated in a red pepper vinaigrette.Before grilling the corn, season it with paprika.
Step 19: A classic meal is corn and chicken.
If you want a full meal, try a baked chicken breast, steamed corn, and sautéed seasonal vegetables.You can add a lemon-butter sauce on top.You can serve grilled chicken sandwiches with corn on the cob.
Step 20: Corn on the cob is served with barbequed beef.
Corn works well with grilled beef, from burgers to steak to shish kabobs.You can save time and dishes by grilling the corn next to the beef.You can serve fresh vegetables and potatoes with the corn and beef for a larger meal.
Step 21: Before grilling, wrap corn in bacon.
Corn is better because of bacon.The silk and husks need to be removed from the corn.Wrap a strip of bacon around it.Wrap the corn and bacon in aluminum foil and grill it over medium heat for 20 to 25 minutes.Remove the foil from the corn and serve it.Before wrapping it, sprinkle it with some chili powder.