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Canadian Fries (Poutine)

Canadian Fries (Poutine)

A simple yet indulgent Canadian dish made of crispy French fries, cheese curds, and tangy gravy.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course Appetizer, lunch, main dish, Snack
Cuisine Canadian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Fry Pan
  • Strainer
  • Medium saucepan
  • large bowl
  • Paper Towels

Ingredients
  

Gravy

  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2.5 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon granulated beef bouillon
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme

French Fries & Cheese

  • 4 lbs russet potatoes peeled, washed
  • 1 as needed vegetable oil for frying
  • table salt
  • 2 cups white cheddar cheese curds at room temperature

Instructions
 

Prep French Fries

  • Slice the potatoes into ½-inch thick fries. Soak in cold water for a minimum of 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Rinse the potatoes thoroughly with cold water and pat dry.

Make Gravy

  • Whisk cornstarch with chicken broth until no lumps remain; set aside.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in beef broth followed by chicken broth.
  • Add all remaining gravy ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer until thickened.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cook French Fries

  • Heat oil to 325 degrees F in a fry pan. Fry small batches of potatoes for about 4-6 minutes until soft but not crispy.
  • Let fries cool for 20 minutes or freeze then fry at 425 degrees F until crisp and golden brown.
  • Immediately sprinkle and toss with salt.

Assemble

  • Reheat gravy until hot and serve over fries topped with cheese curds.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, reheating tips included for leftovers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Canadian Fries, Cheese Curds, Comfort Food, French Fries, Gravy, Poutine
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