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
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 20 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 60
- Heart Health
- 82
- Metabolic
- 52
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 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 13%
- Protein 6.91 g Moderate 14%
- Carbohydrate 34.18 g 12%
- Total Fat 11.01 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 1.25 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.96 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 385.97 mg Moderate 17%
- Dietary Fiber 7.61 g Good Source 27%
- Total Sugars 16.9 g --
- Added Sugars 0.29 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 47.69 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 2.09 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 913.75 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin A 73.98 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 14.61 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.12 mcg Low Source 1%
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.
- Is Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux healthy?
- Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 253.58 calories and 6.91 g of protein, or 14% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 385.97 mg (17% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.25 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Corn, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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