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Cajun Maque Choux
A creamy Cajun maque choux with smothered corn, the holy trinity, and a touch of cream.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
15
min
Active Time
30
min
Total Time
6
SERVINGS
Stovetop
METHOD
Why It Works
Smothering the corn low and slow draws out its sweetness and builds deep flavor. A splash of cream pulls everything into a silky side.
Quick Fixes
Too thick: loosen with a splash of broth.
Want more smoke: add a pinch of smoked paprika.
Ingredients
Sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ⅓ cup heavy cream
Vegetables
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cups corn kernels
• 1 tomato, diced
Seasoning
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Topping
How to Make It
1
Melt butter in a skillet over medium. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook 5 minutes.
2
Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
3
Add corn, tomato, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.
4
Cook 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until the corn is tender and lightly caramelized.
5
Stir in cream and warm through.
6
Top with green onions and serve.
Store
Store up to 3 days.
Reheat
Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream.
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Avo's Tip
Scrape the cobs for their milky liquid if using fresh corn — it makes the dish extra creamy.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
• Fresh or frozen corn?
Both work; fresh in season adds the most sweetness, frozen is great year-round.
• Is it spicy?
Mild to medium; add cayenne or hot sauce for more heat.
• What does it pair with?
Serve it alongside blackened fish, chicken, or sausage.
Cajun Maque Choux
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups corn kernels
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1 tomato, diced
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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⅓ cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
1
Melt butter in a skillet over medium. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook 5 minutes.
2
Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
3
Add corn, tomato, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.
4
Cook 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until the corn is tender and lightly caramelized.
5
Stir in cream and warm through.
6
Top with green onions and serve.
15
min
active
30
min
total
6
servings
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