Maque Choux With Sausage Corn
Maque Choux With Sausage Corn is a flavorful Cajun skillet dish combining tender corn, smoky sausage, and aromatic vegetables for a comforting Southern meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn, kernels removed
- 1 lb smoked Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onions, green and red bell peppers; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the fresh corn kernels and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add diced tomatoes (if using), cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Return the sausage to the skillet and cook together for another 3-4 minutes to blend flavors.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving.
Notes
For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream or a pat of butter just before serving.