Louisiana maquechoux (pronounced mock-a-shoo) is a hearty and flavorful dish that is a staple of Cajun cuisine. It is a stew or casserole made with a variety of ingredients, including the "holy trinity" of celery, bell peppers, and onions, along with corn, tomatoes, and assorted vegetables. It can also include meat or seafood, such as chicken, sausage, or shrimp. Maquechoux is typically seasoned with Cajun spices, such as cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic, and is often served over rice. It is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish and is a popular choice for potlucks and gatherings.
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CORN MAQUE CHOUX
Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove using a slotted spoon, and let drain on paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet.
- Add butter to drippings, and heat over medium heat until butter is melted. Add bell pepper, onion, and celery; cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes. Add corn and garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Add cream, salt, black pepper, and cayenne, and cook, stirring frequently, until cream has reduced slightly, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Crumble bacon, and stir into corn mixture. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Garnish with oregano, if desired.
CAJUN CORN AND BACON MAQUE CHOUX
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
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
LOUISIANA MAQUECHOUX
A change of pace for your usual corn side dish. It is both pleasing to the eye and the palate! Works equally well with fresh corn or frozen. I found this recipe in the All New Good Housekeeping Cookbook.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Corn
Time 40m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in a medium-size non-stick skillet.
- Add onion and red pepper and cook, over medium-high heat until the vegetables are soft and well browned (10 to 15 minutes).
- Add corn, tomatoes, salt, sugar and cayenne pepper.
- Heat until mixture starts to bubble over high heat, then reduce heat, cover and simmer until corn is tender.
- Check and stir occasionally.
- It will take about 20 minutes for fresh corn to cook and about 10 minutes for frozen corn.
- When corn is done, stir in half and half and cook until it is hot.
- Garnish by sprinkling with freshly ground black pepper and chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.5, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 2.8, Sodium 449.5, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 3.3, Protein 7.3
CAJUN CORN MAQUE CHOUX
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
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
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
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.
MAQUE CHOUX
This classic Cajun side dish is a sweet, hot, juicy, milky, buttery combination of corn, onions and peppers. It's often cooked in rendered bacon fat and enriched with heavy cream, but this version relies upon only butter and a little water in their place, which allow the ingredients' flavors to sing more clearly. While it is commonly understood that Fat Equals Flavor, there is a point at which too much fat actually masks complexities in flavors and dulls their vibrancy. Try the maque choux this way and see if you notice how bold and lively it tastes. If you miss the smokiness that bacon imparts, try instead a pinch of smoked paprika stirred in at the end.
Provided by Gabrielle Hamilton
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 20m
Yield About 1 generous quart
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Working with 1 corn cob at a time, set the ear of corn upright in a medium bowl. Shave the corn from the cob by slicing down the sides using the tip of a sharp chef's knife, holding the knife almost vertical. (This gives you neat tablets of corn that land squarely in the bowl and keeps the kernels from scattering all over the counter.) Using the back of the knife, scrape each cob to release all the nibs and the "milk" of the kernels into the bowl. Repeat with remaining ears of corn, then snap the cobs in half, and add them to the bowl.
- In a large, deep sauté pan, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat until foaming. Add onion and celery, and season with 1 or 2 pinches of kosher salt. Stir constantly until softened and translucent but not browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add 2 tablespoons butter and the bell pepper, poblano and serrano, and stir constantly, adding another pinch of kosher salt, letting the butter melt and the peppers soften and become translucent, about 2 or 3 minutes. You will smell the peppers' sweetness and their mild capsaicin releasing.
- Add the final 3 tablespoons butter and the corn mixture from the bowl, cobs included, and another pinch of kosher salt. Stir constantly to coat with the butter and combine thoroughly.
- When everything starts to hiss and sound hot, but isn't cooking so hard as to take color, add 1/2 cup water and a healthy few grinds of black pepper, and cover the pan for a couple of minutes to steam/shallow braise the mixture.
- Remove the lid, and stir well, noticing the corn releasing its liquid and the kernels softening, and the cobs turning somewhat translucent, if however vague. You will notice a general softening and melding together. Return the lid, and let cook a few more minutes, noticing the water evaporating and the remaining liquid reducing and gaining some "body" and gloss. Discard the corn cobs, but do suck them before tossing - those buttery juices make a nice cook's treat.
- Taste for salt, and serve. It should be sweet, spicy, a bit wet and surprisingly complex, given the few ingredients and their ordinariness. If you want a smoky taste, add a good pinch of smoked paprika.
Tips:
- When selecting vegetables, choose fresh and vibrant options. Look for crisp celery, tender green onions, and firm bell peppers. Fresh corn on the cob adds a delightful sweetness to the dish.
- For a smoky flavor, roast the chicken or sausage before adding it to the maque choux. This step enhances the depth of flavor and creates a delicious crust.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the spice level to your preference. Cayenne pepper adds a spicy kick, but you can reduce or omit it for a milder dish. Consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker maque choux, add a cornstarch or flour slurry towards the end of cooking. This will help thicken the sauce without overpowering the flavors.
- Serve maque choux immediately with steamed rice, crusty bread, or your favorite side dish. The vibrant colors and aromas are sure to impress your guests.
Conclusion:
Maque choux is a versatile and flavorful dish that showcases the bounty of Louisiana's ingredients. With its colorful mix of vegetables, tender chicken or sausage, and a rich, flavorful sauce, it's a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, give this classic Louisiana recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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