Maque Choux Cajun
Maque Choux Cajun is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that showcases the essence of Southern comfort food. This classic Louisiana side combines sweet corn kernels sautéed with a medley of diced onion, bell peppers, and celery—the "Holy Trinity" of Cajun cooking—enhanced by aromatic garlic and a bold blend of Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika. A touch of heavy cream creates a luscious, savory finish that perfectly complements the caramelized vegetables, while sliced green onions and fresh parsley add a pop of freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this creamy, smoky, and slightly spicy dish is perfect as a side for grilled meats or as a standalone with rice. Bring the taste of authentic Cajun cuisine to your table with this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn (kernels removed from cob)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium celery stalk (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced thinly)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the fresh corn by slicing the kernels off the cobs. Set aside.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and celery to the pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the corn kernels to the pan and mix well with the vegetables. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender and lightly browned in spots.
Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed.
Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the sliced green onions.
Serve warm, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy as a side dish or pair with rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.9 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 2394 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.8 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.4 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 3256 mg | 69% | |
*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.
