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Bacon Corn Maque Choux

Bacon corn maque choux is an easy Creole inspired side dish that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, and weeknight dinners. This recipe pairs bacon, corn, and Creole seasonings for a winning combo. 

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Ingredients For Bacon Corn Maque Choux

  • Bacon
  • Corn
  • Creole or Cajun Seasoning
  • Bell Pepper
  • Onion
  • Heavy Cream
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    How To Make Bacon Corn Maque Choux

    1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until it’s crisp to your liking, approximately 10 minutes. Remove bacon & place on a paper towel lined plate. 
    2. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently. 
    3. Add the corn and Creole or Cajun seasoning. Mix until well blended. Stir in the heavy cream. Cook 7-10 minutes on low to medium heat. 
    4. Stir in the cooked bacon before serving.  
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    What Is Maque Choux?

    The words maque choux (pronounced mock shoe) is of Creole/Native American origin. It’s a common side dish found in Creole and Cajun cooking. The main concept of a maque choux is cooking corn, bell peppers, and onions in bacon fat. I take it a step further and add bacon as a main ingredient.

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    What Type Of Corn To Use

    A traditional maque choux uses corn on the cob. This is not a traditional maque choux; it’s meant to be quick and easy so it is written to use frozen or canned corn. Frozen or canned corn is cooked. If you use raw corn, you may need to cook it longer.

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    FAQs & Tips

    • Use your preferred bell pepper. I used a combination of half red bell pepper and half green.
    • Omit the meat and make this a vegetarian side dish. To make this vegan, in addition to omitting the bacon, be sure to use a vegan-friendly oil (like avocado oil) when cooking the vegetables. 
    • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 
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    Side Dishes

    Cajun Coleslaw

    Air Fryer Corn On The Cob

    Fried Okra

    Black-Eyed Pea Salad

    Baked Beans

    Creamed Corn

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    Bacon Corn Maque Choux

    Bacon corn maque choux is an easy Creole inspired side dish that's perfect for picnics, potlucks, and weeknight dinners. This recipe pairs bacon, corn, and Creole seasonings for a winning combo. 
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Servings 6 servings
    Author Shannon Epstein

    Ingredients

    • 16 ounces cooked corn (frozen or canned)
    • 8 ounces bacon, chopped
    • 1 bell pepper, diced
    • 1/2 cup onion, diced
    • 1 tablespoon Creole or Cajun seasoning
    • 1/2 cup heavy cream

    Instructions

    • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until it's crisp to your liking, approximately 10 minutes. Remove bacon & place on a paper towel lined plate.
    • Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently. 
    • Add the corn and Creole or Cajun seasoning. Mix until well blended. Stir in the heavy cream. Cook 7-10 minutes on low to medium heat. 
    • Stir in the cooked bacon before serving.  
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