Chile Dressed Succotash Recipes

CORN AND CHILE SUCCOTASH

Steps:

• Chopp onion and chile such that the pieces are comparable in size to the kernels of corn.
• In a large skillet (that you have a lid for), heat oil over medium-high heat.
• Add chopped onion and chile and cook until onions are translucent but still firm (3-5 minutes).
• Pour frozen corn into skillet. Stir as much as possible and then cover.
• Cook covered for about 3 to 5 minutes.
• Stir corn mixture. Corn should be thawed at this point.
• Cook for about 5 minutes without stirring. You want to corn to char a little bit but not too much.
• When corn get some dark brown spots from the heat (but ideally not black), remove from heat.
• Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and dried cilantro.
• Serve and enjoy!

RED CHILE TURKEY BREAST WITH SUCCOTASH SALSA

Steps:

• Whisk together all ingredients in a large non-reactive bowl. Prick turkey breast with a fork and add to the marinade, turn to coat completely. Refrigerate covered, for at least 4 hours. Preheat grill and grill the breast for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until golden brown and cooked through.
• Succotash Salsa: Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let sit 30 minutes. Serve at room temperature.

CREAMED CORN SUCCOTASH WITH COTIJA

Steps:

• Cut the corn from the cob and put into a bowl. Use the back of the knife and press to release the milk of the cob into the bowl with the corn.
• Heat the butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the corn and corn milk to the pan.
• Add the sugar and cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn begins to soften slightly and heats through, about 5 minutes. Add the edamame and tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes. Add the cotija and creme fraiche and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute longer.
• Remove from the heat and stir in the lime zest, green onions and chopped cilantro. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with whole cilantro leaves.

SUCCOTASH

Steps:

• Place lima beans and 1 slice bacon in a medium saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then turn the heat to medium-low and simmer until the beans are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the beans and set aside. Discard the bacon.
• Meanwhile, add the remaining bacon to a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, turning occasionally, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Remove the bacon to a plate or bowl and set aside.
• Melt the butter in the skillet with the bacon fat. Add the onion and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the corn and the garlic and season with salt and pepper (about 1/2 teaspoon of each). Cook until the corn is just barely cooked, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the okra and cook until tender, another couple of minutes. Add the tomatoes and drained beans and continue to cook until the corn is tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the lemon juice, then taste for seasoning.
• Chop the reserved bacon and sprinkle on top along with the chopped parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.