CAJUN CORN MAQUE CHOUX (MOCK SHOE)

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We fell in love with this delicious corn when we were introduced to it by our good Marine Corps friends in Lafayette, Louisiana while attending a reception. After many disappointing recipes, this is the one I rely on. No one is disappointed when they try this!

Provided by NoSpringChicken

Categories     Corn

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ears fresh corn or 2 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small onion, minced
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2-3/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • With sharp knife, cut kernels off corn cobs, if using fresh corn.
  • In medium skillet heat 1 tablespoon butter with the oil.
  • Add corn, onion, sugar and Tabasco sauce.
  • Cook until corn is almost tender and starts to form a crust on bottom of pan.
  • Gradually stir in broth, scraping up bits on bottom of pan.
  • Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter and the cream.
  • Cook for 5 minutes longer or until almost all liquid evaporates; stir frequently.
  • Remove skillet from heat.
  • Add beaten egg; stir one minute or until egg is cooked.
  • Serve with additional Tabasco sauce.

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