Steamed Corn with Basil Butter
Transform your summer dining with this vibrant and savory recipe for Steamed Corn with Basil Butter. Featuring tender, sweet corn on the cob, delicately steamed to perfection, and slathered in a rich, aromatic basil-infused butter, this dish is a simple yet elegant side that bursts with fresh, herbaceous flavors. With just a handful of ingredients—fresh basil leaves, creamy unsalted butter, and a hint of seasoning—this quick and easy recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners, barbecues, or family gatherings. The steaming method preserves the natural sweetness of the corn while ensuring perfectly tender kernels, and the melted basil butter adds a touch of indulgence to this classic summer vegetable. Serve it hot and watch this crowd-pleasing side dish steal the spotlight at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Prepare the basil butter: Finely chop the fresh basil leaves. In a small bowl, mix the chopped basil with the softened unsalted butter, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld while you prepare the corn.
Shuck the corn by removing the husks and silks from the ears of corn. Rinse the corn thoroughly under running water to remove any remaining debris.
Fill a large pot with 1 cup of water and insert a steaming basket. Ensure the water level is just below the basket. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Place the ears of corn in the steaming basket in a single layer. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid to trap the steam.
Steamed the corn for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the kernels are tender when pierced with a fork.
Use tongs to carefully remove the corn from the pot and place them on a serving platter.
Retrieve the basil butter from the refrigerator and spread a generous amount over each ear of corn. The warmth from the corn will melt the butter, coating the kernels evenly.
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy the fresh, herbaceous flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
923 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.5 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.8 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1260 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1017 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
