Maque Choux With Sausage Corn
Maque Choux with Sausage Corn is a flavorful Southern Creole dish combining tender corn, smoky sausage, and sautéed vegetables for a comforting and hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern Creole
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
- 1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter. Once melted, sauté onion, green bell pepper, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add fresh corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until corn begins to brown lightly, about 7-8 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomato, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 3 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Return sausage to the skillet and mix well. Pour in the heavy cream and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and creamy.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm as a side or main dish.
Notes
For extra depth, try adding a splash of hot sauce or a pinch of thyme. This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or steamed rice.