Shrimp And Sweet Corn Maque Choux Recipe

Name: Shrimp And Sweet Corn Maque Choux
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 shallot, minced; 1/2 red pepper, diced; 1/2 green pepper, diced; 1 green onion, sliced; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 zucchini, diced; 2 cups sweet corn, fresh or frozen; 2 tablespoons water; 4 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning, divided; 1/3 cup half and half; 20 jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 shallot, minced
1/2 red pepper, diced
1/2 green pepper, diced
1 green onion, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 zucchini, diced
2 cups sweet corn, fresh or frozen
2 tablespoons water
4 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning, divided
1/3 cup half and half
20 jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed

1
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot, red and green peppers, and green onion. Season with salt and pepper, and saute until soft, about 5 minutes.
2
Add zucchini, sweet corn, water and 2 teaspoons Cajun or creole seasoning to the skillet. Cook until zucchini is tender, about 2 minutes. Add half and half, and stir. Turn off heat.
3
Meanwhile, season shrimp with remaining 2 teaspoons Cajun or creole seasoning. Melt butter in a separate skillet and cook shrimp in four batches, about 2 minutes on each side, or until curled, pink and cooked all the way through. Do not overcook.
4
Divide corn mixture between four plates. Top each plate with 5 cooked shrimp, and serve immediately.

744

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, divided, 1 shallot, minced, 1/2 red pepper, diced, 1/2 green pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Shrimp And Sweet Corn Maque Choux falls under the Seafood 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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Shrimp And Sweet Corn Maque Choux

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