Maque Choux

Cajun Maque Choux

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Serving Size: 4

12 ounces Bacon, chopped

2 large Onions, chopped 

1 each: Green and Red Bell Pepper, chopped 

1 can mild Rotel diced Chili Tomatoes or Stewed Tomatoes (alternatley: 2 fresh tomatoes)

2 cups Corn whole kernels/niblets (fresh,frozen or canned)

1 small can (about 4 oz.) PET Evaporated Milk 

1 bunch chopped Shallots (green onions/scallions) 

Salt

Ground Cayenne Pepper 

In a large deep Cast Iron skillet, cook bacon over medium-high fire till brown, but not fully crisp, then remove and set aside. Add onions and bell peppers and sauté 10 minutes, then add in Rotel and Shallots. Continue cooking another 5 minutes. Add in corn, and evaporated milk. Season to preference with salt and cayenne pepper. 

Bring down fire to very Low heat, and cook another 15 minutes stirring a few turns every couple of minutes. Return bacon to mix, then cover and cook another 5 min.  Turn off fire and let sit (covered) 10 min.

Submitted By: Tony Guidry, EMT-Paramedic

Louisiana, USA

Contest: Nationwide EMT