Corn Maque Choux Recipe

Name: Corn Maque Choux
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons bacon fat or butter; 8 cups sweet corn fresh off the cob; 1 can rotel; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 cup milk; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon basil; 1 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Melt bacon fat or butter in iron pot. Add one cup corn and parch to a medium brown. Do not burn, about 10 minutes. Strain and set aside.
2
Add to the drippings, Rotel, Trinity. Cook on high heat for 10 minutes. Stir frequently to keep from sticking or burning.
3
Add non browned corn, salt, garlic poweder, black pepper, ba leaf. Stir well and cook at high heat, covered for 5 minutes.
4
Uncover, scrape corn crust from bottom of pot and cook for 5 minutes, continue to stir crust from bottom of prevent burning.
5
Remove bay leaf, add browned corn and continue to cook on high heat for about 10 minutes. Continue to scrape and mix crust formed at the bottom of the pot.
6
Add chicken stock, milk, and sugar. Cover, simmer on low heat for 15 minutes. If corn is a little dry, add more milk.
7
Add basil Adjust seasoning as needed and simmer for 5 more minutes. Stir occasionally.

656

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons bacon fat or butter, 8 cups sweet corn fresh off the cob, 1 can rotel, 1 cup chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Corn Maque Choux 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.

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Corn Maque Choux

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