Jamie’s Sweet and Easy Corn on the Cob Recipe
Jamie Oliver’s Sweet and Easy Corn on the Cob is a simple and delicious recipe that uses a gentle stovetop method to cook corn to tender perfection. The addition of sugar and lemon juice in the boiling water enhances the natural sweetness of the corn, making it a delightful side dish perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 6 ears corn on the cob, husks and silk removed
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients required for the recipe including the white sugar, lemon juice, and ears of corn with husks and silk removed.
- Prepare Boiling Water: Fill a large pot about three-quarters full with water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Stir in the white sugar and lemon juice until the sugar is completely dissolved to infuse the water with a sweet and tangy flavor.
- Cook the Corn: Gently place the ears of corn into the boiling water. Cover the pot with a lid, then turn off the heat. Let the corn sit in the hot water, covered, allowing it to cook through gently for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Serve: Remove the corn from the water carefully, let it cool slightly before serving, and enjoy the sweet and flavorful corn on the cob.
Notes
- Make sure to remove all husks and silk before cooking for best texture.
- The gentle cooking method using residual heat preserves the sweetness and tenderness of the corn.
- Adjust sugar quantity to taste for sweeter or less sweet corn.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
