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Authentic Canadian Poutine

JE
Jennifer

Cuisine: Canadian
Categories: World Eats, Snacks & Side Dishes

Recipe Source: Seasons And Suppers

Authentic Canadian Poutine is a culinary masterpiece originating from Quebec, Canada, that combines crispy French fries with fresh cheese curds and rich brown gravy. This iconic dish is a symphony of textures and flavors, where the crispy fries provide a satisfying crunch, the cheese curds offer a delightful squeak and a salty tang, and the gravy adds a savory richness that brings it all together. Poutine is a beloved comfort food in Canada, often enjoyed as a late-night snack, a quick lunch, or a satisfying side dish. Whether you're a poutine connoisseur or trying it for the first time, Authentic Canadian Poutine is a delicious and unforgettable culinary experience.

Authentic Canadian Poutine
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poutine
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Difficulty: EASY

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Serving Size: 3 servings

Poutine Gravy

Ingredients:

  • 3 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp water
  • 6 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup unbleached all purpose flour
  • 20 oz beef broth
  • 10 oz chicken broth
  • Pepper, to taste

Directions:

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the water and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Add the flour and cook, stirring regularly, for about 5 minutes, until the mixture turns golden brown.
  3. Add the beef and chicken broth and bring to a boil, stirring with a whisk.
  4. Stir in the cornstarch and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
  5. Season with pepper. Taste and add additional salt, if necessary, to taste.
  6. Make ahead and re-warm or keep warm until your fries are ready.

Deep Fried Fries

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs Russet potatoes (3-4 medium potatoes)
  • Peanut or other frying oil
  • 1 - 1 1/2 cups white cheddar cheese curds (Or torn chunks of mozzarella cheese would be the closest substitution)

Directions:

  1. Prepare your potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch thick sticks. Place into a large bowl and cover completely with cold water. Allow to stand at least one hour or several hours. When ready to cook, heat your oil in your deep fryer or large, wide, heavy cooking pot to 300° F.
  2. Remove the potatoes from the water and place onto a sheet of paper towel. Blot to remove as much excess moisture as possible.
  3. Add your fries to the 300° oil and cook for 5-8 minutes, just until potatoes are starting to cook but are not yet browned.
  4. Remove potatoes from oil and scatter on a wire rack. Increase oil temperature to 375°
  5. Once oil is heated to that temperature, return the potatoes to the fryer and cook until potatoes are golden brown.
  6. Remove to a paper towel-lined bowl.

To Prepare Poutine

Directions:

  1. Add your fried or baked fries to a large, clean bowl. Season lightly with salt while still warm.
  2. Add a ladle of hot poutine gravy to the bowl and using tongs, toss the fries in the gravy.
  3. Add more gravy, as needed to mostly coat the fries.
  4. Add the cheese curds and toss with the hot fries and gravy.
  5. Serve with freshly ground pepper.
  6. Serve immediately.