Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux
This Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux blends sweet, milky corn with onions, bell pepper, and tomato, simmered until lush and deeply savory-sweet. A hint of cayenne adds gentle heat, while smoky crumbled bacon and fresh green onions bring salty crunch and freshness. Serve it warm as a standout side for cookouts, weeknight dinners, or alongside grilled meats.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
Thinly slice across the tops of the corn kernels to cut them off the cobs; place the corn in a medium bowl. Slice across the kernels again to release the corn milk and add it to the bowl. Set aside.
- 3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and green pepper and cook until the onion is tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.
- 4
Stir the corn, tomatoes, and milk into the onion mixture. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 20 minutes more, stirring often to prevent sticking. Do not let it boil.
- 5
Season with salt and cayenne pepper. Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and cook for 5 to 10 minutes more.
- 6
Stir in the bacon and green onions. Remove from the heat and serve.
- Calories 253.58 kcal Moderate
- Protein 6.91 g Moderate
- Carbs 34.18 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.01 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.25 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.96 mg Low Source
- Sodium 385.97 mg Moderate
- Fiber 7.61 g Good Source
- Sugar 16.9 g High
- Added Sugar 0.29 g Low Source
- Calcium 47.69 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.09 mg Moderate
- Potassium 913.96 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 179.23 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 14.61 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.12 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Corn 🌽
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux is a Cajun and Creole side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Corn, Fully Cooked Bacon, and Green Bell Pepper. Each serving provides about 253.58 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Corn, Fully Cooked Bacon, Green Bell Pepper, Green Onion. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux?
- About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 253.58 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 6 steps.
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