Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 chopped whole onion, or 1 cup
- 1 cup green bell pepper, or 1 cup
- 1 large chopped tomato, or 1/2 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1 pound whole cut corn, fresh cut (about 5 ears) or frozen
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- water, as needed
- 1 teaspoon sugar, optional
Instructions
- Sauté onion and bell pepper in hot oil for 5 minutes on medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Add tomatoes and cook them for 10 minutes adding the garlic the last few minutes of cooking.
- Add corn and seasonings and cook until corn is done, about 10 - 15 minutes.
- Stir in 1/4 cup of water at a time if more liquid is needed.
- Adjust seasoning to taste by adding more salt and pepper.
- Sugar may be added to sweeten the corn dish.
Notes
- The fresher the corn, the sweeter and the crispier the dish.
- Add a chopped jalapeno pepper with the bell pepper for a little heat.
- Any color bell pepper will work in this recipe.
- Add 1 can of creamed corn for creamier consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
