Maque Choux with Tasso Ham Recipe

Name: Maque Choux with Tasso Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon coconut oil; 1/2 medium onion, finely diced (about 1/2 cup); 1/4 cup chopped tasso ham (see Cook's Note); 1/2 red bell pepper, diced (about 1/2 cup); 1 stalk celery, diced (about 1/4 cup); 2 tablespoons finely diced jalapeno; 3 ears corn, kernels cut off (about 2 cups); 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped; 1 cup diced canned fire-roasted tomatoes; 1/2 cup half-and-half; 1/4 cup vegetable stock; 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon coconut oil
1/2 medium onion, finely diced (about 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup chopped tasso ham (see Cook's Note)
1/2 red bell pepper, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1 stalk celery, diced (about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons finely diced jalapeno
3 ears corn, kernels cut off (about 2 cups)
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
1 cup diced canned fire-roasted tomatoes
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup vegetable stock
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat the coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the onions and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the tasso ham, red pepper, celery and jalapeno and cook until soft, about 2 minutes.
4
Add the corn and thyme.
5
Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 3 minutes.
6
Add the tomatoes, half-and-half and vegetable stock.
7
Simmer until the sauce is reduced and thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
8
Stir in the parsley and add salt and pepper to taste.
9
Serve hot or at room temperature.

152

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon coconut oil, 1/2 medium onion, finely diced (about 1/2 cup), 1/4 cup chopped tasso ham (see Cook's Note), 1/2 red bell pepper, diced (about 1/2 cup), and more.

Yes, Maque Choux with Tasso Ham falls under the General 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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Maque Choux with Tasso Ham

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Variations & substitutions

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