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Choclo Maque Choux
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Choclo Maque Choux

I decided to try my hand at food fusion, combining ideas from two different cuisines: Peruvian and Creole. I was more than pleased with the result. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, Peruvian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 213kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups choclo you can substitute sweet corn
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion minced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon hot sauce plus more for serving
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • cup heavy cream
  • 1 egg lightly beaten

Instructions

  • Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and all of the oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
  • Add the corn, onion, sugar, and hot sauce.
  • Let the corn cook until it is almost tender and it starts to turn golden brown, forming a light crust in the bottom of the pan.
  • Stir in the broth, scraping up any bits off the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the remaining butter and all of the cream. Stir.
  • Cook, stirring, for 5 more minutes at a slow simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the egg until it is cooked
  • Serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 521IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg