How long do you boil 8 ears of corn?

Table of Contents:

1. How long do you boil 8 ears of corn?
2. Is Corn difficult to digest?
3. How healthy is boiled corn?
4. What flavors pair well with corn?
5. What goes good with grilled corn?

How long do you boil 8 ears of corn?

1. Step 1: Prep the corn. Remove the husks and silk. Cut out any blemishes with a sharp knife.
2. Step 2: Place corn in boiling water. Once your pot of water is boiling, add the cobs. ...
3. Step 3: Boil for 3-5 minutes. Boil the corn until tender, 3-5 minutes. ...
4. Step 4: Enjoy! Turn off the heat and carefully remove the cobs with tongs.

Is Corn difficult to digest?

The body cannot digest corn Corn is high in cellulose, which is an insoluble fiber that the body cannot digest. However, the body breaks down the other components of corn. Chewing corn for longer can also help the digestive system break down cellulose walls to access more of the nutrients.

How healthy is boiled corn?

Corn has several health benefits. Because of the high fiber content, it can aid with digestion. It also contains valuable B vitamins, which are important to your overall health. Corn also provides our bodies with essential minerals such as zinc, magnesium, copper, iron and manganese.

What flavors pair well with corn?

The classic way to serve it is simply to add salt and butter, but there are so many other things you can try. Herbs & Spices: basil, caraway seeds, cayenne, celery seeds, cilantro, cumin, chives, coriander, dill, ginger, parsley, mint, oregano, (smoked) paprika, pepper, sage, saffron, thyme, tarragon, and turmeric.

What goes good with grilled corn?

What to Serve with Grilled Corn Salad

• Salmon. For a light, healthy meal, I love to serve it with Baked Salmon in Foil.
• Burger. Make your cookout ultra delicious by serving this salad with Italian Turkey Burgers. ...
• Steak or Chicken. ...
• Grilled Shrimp.