Chef John's Succotash Recipe

Succotash is a classic American dish that has been enjoyed for generations. Its simple yet flavorful combination of corn, lima beans, and other seasonal vegetables makes it a beloved comfort food in many households. Chef John's Succotash recipe is a delicious and traditional take on this timeless dish, perfect for serving as a side dish or a main course.

What sets Chef John's Succotash apart is his attention to detail in selecting the freshest and highest-quality ingredients. By using...

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons butter
½ yellow onion, diced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ red bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup diced tomatoes
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 green zucchinis, cut into cubes
4 ounces fresh green beans, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
¼ cup water
1 ½ cups corn
1 cup frozen baby lima beans, thawed

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Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion with a pinch of salt in hot butter and oil until onion is softened and slightly golden, 6 to 7 minutes. Add red bell pepper, jalapeno, and garlic; cook and stir until peppers are fragrant and softened, 3 to 4 minutes.

Stir tomatoes, cumin, black pepper, and cayenne pepper into onion mixture; cook and stir until heated through, 1 to 3 minutes. Add zucchini, green beans, water, and a pinch of salt; cook until zucchini are almost tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir corn and lima beans into zucchini mixture until heated through, about 3 to 5 minutes more. Season with salt.

Nutrition

127 cal.

Total Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 3mg
Sodium: 62mg
Total Carbohydrate: 20g
Dietary Fiber: 5g
Total Sugars: 4g
Protein: 5g
Vitamin C: 32mg
Calcium: 34mg
Iron: 2mg
Potassium: 469mg

How to Make Chef John's Succotash - A Step-by-Step Guide

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Nutrition

127 cal.

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