Microwave Corn with Garlic Butter (Printer Version)

Sweet, tender corn cooked quickly and finished with savory garlic butter for a fast side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Corn

01 - 4 ears fresh corn, husked

→ Garlic Butter

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ To Serve

07 - Lemon wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Place husked corn on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel.
02 - Microwave on high for 4 to 6 minutes, turning the corn halfway through, until kernels are tender. Allow to rest for 1 minute.
03 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and minced garlic. Microwave for 30 seconds until butter is melted and garlic is fragrant.
04 - Stir salt, black pepper, and parsley into the melted garlic butter until combined.
05 - Carefully remove corn from microwave and brush each ear generously with the garlic butter mixture.
06 - Transfer to serving plates and present immediately with extra butter and lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 13 minutes, perfect for busy days.
  • Simple ingredients that bring out the natural sweetness of fresh corn.
  • Rich garlic butter adds a savory depth without complicated prep.
  • Gluten-free and vegetarian, suitable for many diets.
02 -
  • Turn the corn halfway through microwaving to cook evenly.
  • Use fresh garlic and parsley for the best flavor.
  • Brush the garlic butter while the corn is still warm to help it absorb better.
  • Store leftover garlic butter in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
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