Cajun Smothered Corn Recipe

Name: Cajun Smothered Corn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, cut in 1/2-inch pieces; 1 cup onion, finely chopped; 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and minced; 1 celery rib, finely minced; 2 medium garlic cloves, peeled and minced; 4 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed; 1 cup canned tomato, broken up; 3/4 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/2 teaspoon salt; fresh ground pepper; 1 tablespoon lime juice

Servings: persons

3 slices bacon, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and minced
1 celery rib, finely minced
2 medium garlic cloves, peeled and minced
4 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 cup canned tomato, broken up
3/4 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon lime juice

1
Put bacon into saucepan, set over medium heat and fry until crisp.
2
Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate.
3
Crumble bacon; set aside.
4
Add onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic to pan.
5
Saute 3 minutes.
6
Cover pan; cook 5 minutes.
7
Add corn, tomatoes, paprika, basil, thyme, cayenne, salt and pepper.
8
Cook over medium heat, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until corn is heated through and flavors have blended.
9
Add bacon and lime juice.
10
Stir 1 minute; serve.

436

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices bacon, cut in 1/2-inch pieces, 1 cup onion, finely chopped, 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and minced, 1 celery rib, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Cajun Smothered Corn falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Smothered Corn

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Variations & substitutions

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