Steamed Sweet Corn Packed with Sweet Juices
An early-summer snack lightly steamed to bring out the kernels' natural sweetness and moisture.
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Because super sweet corn is naturally very sweet, steaming it in a steamer is better than boiling it. Steaming for 10 minutes in a boiling steamer pot followed by 5 minutes of resting off the heat results in a moist, tender texture. It makes a wonderful seasonal summer snack and a versatile topping for salads, soups, and more.
- Servings
- about 4–5 servings
- Cook time
- 15 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
- Super sweet corn5
- Leave just one layer of the inner husk on the corn, peel away the rest, trim the exposed silk with scissors, and wash under running water.
Steps
Prepare the ingredients
Here are 5 ears of super sweet corn.
Trim the corn
Peel away the husks, leaving just one layer of the inner husk. Trim any corn silk sticking out beyond the husk using kitchen shears.
Washing them under running water completes the prep.
Steam the super sweet corn
Pour water into a steamer pot, and once it comes to a rolling boil, arrange the corn neatly in the steamer basket and place it over the pot.
Cover with a lid and steam for 10 minutes, then turn off the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Finished
Once the pale yellow kernels turn a deeper color and look glossy, it is fully cooked.
It has a wonderful sweetness yet is lower in calories than waxy corn, making it great to enjoy as a snack.
It is delicious eaten just like this, but you can also enjoy it in many ways: as a pizza topping, in corn rice, or in salads and soups.
Ppunwife's tips
- Because super sweet corn has tender kernels and a rich sweetness, steaming is the recommended method.
- Once the pale yellow kernels turn a deeper color and look glossy, it is fully cooked.
FAQ
Why is super sweet corn steamed instead of boiled in water?
Super sweet corn has tender kernels and is naturally very sweet, so steaming it in a steamer is better than boiling it in seasoned water.
Do I need to peel off all the husks when prepping the corn?
Leave about one layer of the inner husk, peel away only the outer husks, trim any silk sticking out with scissors, and wash the corn.
How can I tell when super sweet corn is fully cooked?
It is properly cooked when the pale yellow kernels turn a deeper shade and the surface takes on a glossy sheen.
What dishes can I make with steamed super sweet corn?
You can cut the kernels off the cob and enjoy them in corn cheese, as a pizza topping, in corn rice, or added to salads and soups.
