Best 4 Cajun Creole Maquechoux Recipes

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**Discover the Enticing World of Cajun-Creole Maque Choux: A Symphony of Flavors**

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Louisiana with maque choux, a delightful dish that captures the essence of Cajun-Creole cuisine. This vibrant dish, pronounced "mock-shoo," is a captivating blend of fresh sweet corn, the "holy trinity" of Cajun-Creole cooking (onions, celery, and bell peppers), and a medley of aromatic spices. Savor the variations of this versatile dish, from the traditional corn maque choux to the seafood-infused shrimp or crawfish maque choux. Each bite promises a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, leaving your taste buds tantalized and craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN CORN AND BACON MAQUE CHOUX



Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux image

This is a Cajun recipe I've had forever! I first prepared it when I was in my high school class in Metairie, Louisiana. It's awesome!

Provided by Jodi Hanlon

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 ears corn, husked and cleaned
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 large fresh tomato, chopped
¼ cup milk
salt to taste
cayenne pepper
¼ cup chopped green onions
8 strips crisply cooked bacon, crumbled

Steps:

  • Cut corn off the cobs by thinly slicing across the tops of the kernels; place in a medium bowl. Cut across the kernels again to release milk from the corn, add milk to bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and green pepper, cook until onion is transparent, about 5 to 8 minutes. Combine corn, tomatoes, and milk with the onion mixture. Reduce heat to medium low, and cook 20 minutes longer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Do not boil. Season with salt and cayenne pepper. Lower heat, cover skillet, and cook 5 to 10 minutes longer. Stir in green onions and bacon. Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 41.9 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 884 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

MAQUE CHOUX - CAJUN



Maque Choux - Cajun image

Maque choux is a stewed vegetable side dish. This recipe also includes okra. Don't be afraid of it! For a vegetarian version, just omit the bacon and use vegetable oil as your fat and substitute water or vegetable stock for the chicken stock. Adapted from an Emeril Lagasse recipe.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups yellow onions, chopped
2 teaspoons creole seasoning or 2 teaspoons Emeril's Original Essence
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 lbs okra, trimmed and cut crosswise into 1/2 inch slices
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste (use less (or more)
2 cups corn kernels (cut from 3-4 ears of corn)
1 cup chicken stock
2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped or 2 large ripe tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat a large, heavy pot over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook it until it is browned up and crispy, approximately 8 minutes. Transfer the bacon, with a slotted spoon, to a paper towel lined plate so it can drain.
  • Add butter and onions to the pot and cook until soft, approximately 5 minutes. Add the Creole seasoning and garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Increase the heat to med-high and then add the okra, bay leaf, thyme, black pepper and cayenne. Stir to combine. Cook, stirring frequently, until the okra is crisp tender, approximately 5 minutes. Add the corn and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes. Add the chicken stock and cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring once and a while. Add the tomatoes and cook for 2 more minutes. Last, add the salt and reserved bacon, stir to combine and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.1, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 27.8, Sodium 585.8, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 9.8

CAJUN CORN MAQUE CHOUX



Cajun Corn Maque Choux image

This classic creamy side dish takes advantage of both the sweetness and the starchiness of fresh corn. The trinity of onions, bell peppers and celery gives it a distinctive Cajun flavor, while the tomatoes add brightness. Although usually a side dish, it sometimes takes center stage with the addition of shrimp or crawfish.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ears fresh corn
4 strips bacon, diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 stalks celery, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 large onion, diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup milk
5 scallions, white and green parts, sliced (reserve the sliced green parts for garnish)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the kernels off of the corn into a large bowl. Using the back of the knife, scrape the sweet corn milk from the cobs to extract about 3 tablespoons and add it to the bowl. Set aside.
  • 2. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until the fat renders and the bacon is crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined plate and set aside. Add the butter to the skillet and when melted, add the celery, bell peppers and onions. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 15 minutes. Add the milk, scallion whites, garlic, tomatoes and corn. Cook until thickened, 10 minutes.
  • 3. Serve garnished with the scallion greens and reserved bacon.

CAJUN - CREOLE MAQUECHOUX



Cajun - Creole Maquechoux image

Pronounced "mock shoe", this is a dish that the Cajuns got from the Native American tribes that populated southwest Louisiana. It's wonderful, and you vary the recipe by adding chicken, or even crawfish tails. But I like it just like this.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ears fresh sweet corn
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups onions, finely chopped
1 large green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 large red bell pepper, finely chopped
3 celery ribs, finely chopped
3 large ripe tomatoes, peeled,seeded and roughly chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
4 tablespoons sugar
1 cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Shuck the corn and remove all of the cornsilk.
  • Hold each cob over a bowl and cut the kernels away in layers (don't cut off whole kernels), then scrape the knife along the cob to get all of the"milk" out of it.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan or pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add the onions, bell peppers, celery and tomatoes and saute until the onions are transparent, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the salt and peppers, then add the corn and milk from the cobs, the sugar and evaporated milk and stir well.
  • Reduce heat to medium and cook until the corn is tender, about 10-15 more minutes.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste.

Tips:

- **Mise en Place:** Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and make the cooking process go more smoothly. - **Choose Fresh Vegetables:** The fresher the vegetables, the better your maque choux will be. Look for vegetables that are brightly colored and free of blemishes. - **Don't Overcook the Vegetables:** Maque choux is a quick-cooking dish, so it's important to not overcook the vegetables. Overcooked vegetables will become mushy and lose their flavor. - **Use a Heavy-Bottomed Pot:** A heavy-bottomed pot will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the maque choux from burning. - **Season to Taste:** Maque choux is a versatile dish that can be seasoned to your liking. Taste the maque choux as you cook it and add more seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Maque choux is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It can be served as a side dish, main course, or appetizer. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, maque choux is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give maque choux a try. You won't be disappointed!

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