Maque Choux

Name: Maque Choux
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American, Cajun And Creole
Ingredients: 6 ears of corn, one layer of husks peeled back, silks trimmed; 4 Tbsp. butter; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 small poblano or jalapeño pepper, diced; 1 medium-sized Vidalia onion, chopped; 8 slices of bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 tsp. dried thyme; 0.5 tsp. smoked paprika; Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook:45min

Maque choux is a spicy medley of corn, peppers, and onions inspired by the flavor of Native Americans and Cajun cuisines. Learn more about where maque choux originates and how to make maque choux.

Updated at: Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:35:41 GMT