Charred Scallion Labne with Cajun Macque Choux Corn and Crispy Andouille

Growing up in South Louisiana, Macque Choux (a sauteed corn dish) was one of my favorite side dishes and now that it's finally summer corn season I turned that idea into a dip. Charred green onion Labne is the base and crispy spicy andouille bits top it off. Whether you serve it with grilled bread, veggies, pita or chips I promise you it won't last long!

I am one of 30 bloggers competing in the The Karoun Dairies Blogger Recipe Challenge and this is my Appetizer entry. I had never tried Labne before and I am so glad they selected me to compete and generously sent me their products to work with. Labne is my new favorite foodie find and it will definitely be making a regular appearance in my kitchen from now on. It is super thick and rich and it's almost like cream cheese and yogurt had a baby. It's not too tangy or overly strong either, so if you're scared of regular greek yogurt this is the perfect substitute!

Charred Scallion Labne with Cajun Macque Choux Corn and Crispy Andouille

1 large bunch green onions (about 7)

½ cup andouille sausage, diced into ¼ inch cubes

¼ cup diced red onion

¼ cup diced red bell pepper

2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced

1 cup frozen fire roasted corn kernels

¼ cup diced tomato

1 ¼ teaspoons Cajun seasoning 

1 cup Karoun Mediterranean Labne

Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Spray the green onions liberally with olive oil cooking spray and grill for 5-7 minutes, or until well charred and softened. Set aside and allow to cool completely.

In a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat, cook the andouille sausage until the fat is rendered and the sausage is browned and crisp around the edges. Using a slotted spoon remove the sausage from the pan and place on a paper towel lined plate to drain. 

To the same skillet add the chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté for 3 minutes, or until the vegetables soften. Add the garlic and continue to cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Stir in the corn, tomatoes and ½ teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning and cook for 3 minutes. 

Place the charred green onions, Labne and remaining Cajun seasoning in the bowl of a food processor and puree until smooth. Pour the mixture into a serving bowl, place the corn mixture in the middle and sprinkle with the andouille. Serve with grilled bread, pita, chips or crackers.

 

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