Maque Choux

(from abigail12083’s recipe box)

cajun corn side dish

Source: Flavor Mosaic

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves 4 people

Categories: side dish

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 package (12 ounces) frozen corn
  • 1/2 sweet onion, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • Salt and freshly-ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • pinch of cayenne (optional)

Directions

  1. In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat, add oil, onions and bell peppers. Cook until onion is clear. Stir in garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Add in corn. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and cayenne, if desired. Cook 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in cream or half and half, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until cream reduces and slightly thickens, about 5 minutes. Pour into a serving dish. Garnish with red and green bell peppers and onions.

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