Ingredients
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- 3 cups corn (fresh kernels, frozen, or canned)
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp water (if using fresh or frozen corn)
- Optional: ½ tsp garlic powder
- Optional: 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Place corn in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Add 1 tablespoon of water (skip if using canned corn).
- Cover with a microwave-safe lid or plate.
- Microwave on high for 4–6 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Carefully remove from microwave.
- Drain excess liquid if needed.
- Add butter while corn is still hot.
- Stir until butter melts and coats the corn evenly.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional ingredients.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on microwave power.
- Stir halfway for even heating.
- Add butter immediately after cooking for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg