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Microwave for 30 seconds at a time. It's important not to overcook the corn on the cob, or you will split the kernels.

How to reheat corn on the cob in the microwave

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One of the frequent queries on how to reheat corn on the cob is whether the use of the microwave, oven or on the stovetop.
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes

Ingredients:

  • corn on the cob

Instructions:

  • Place the cobs of corn onto a microwave-safe dish. Cover with a damp towel and then wrap in plastic film.
  • Microwave for 30 seconds at a time. It’s important not to overcook them, or you will split the kernels. Cooking time will vary from microwave to microwave and depending on how many cobs you’re cooking at once.
  • Keep blasting for 30-second intervals until they’re warmed to your satisfaction.

Notes:

Top tips

  • To get the maximum flavor hit, before each 30-second burst in the microwave, coat each cob with a little melted butter using a pastry brush.
  • Don’t overcook your corn on the cob when reheating. Otherwise, the sugars will turn to starch ruining both the taste and the texture of the corn. It’s ready to eat when it’s just warm through.

Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.

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