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A plate of fries with gravy and cheese curds melted over the top (poutine)
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5 from 19 votes

Poutine (Canadian Gravy and Cheese Fries)

Poutine is a popular Canadian dish that will change the way you eat regular French fries. Crispy fries covered in melty cheese curds and beef gravy. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Canadian
Keyword: Poutine
Servings: 6
Calories: 315kcal
Author: Erica Walker

Ingredients

  • 6 russett potatoes cut into fries
  • oil for frying
  • 2 teaspoons seasoning salt
  • 1 cup white cheese curds
  • 1 1/2 cup gravy leftover beef gravy is best, but you can also use the recipe below

Gravy:

Instructions

  • Cut potatoes into fries and soak in a bowl of cold water for at least 1 hour (or overnight in the fridge). Dry well with paper towels.
    potatoes cut into fries
  • Heat oil in deep fryer or large skillet to 300 degrees. Fry fries in batches (try not to overcrowd) of about 5 minutes each to soften. Remove from oil and drain, increase oil temp to 400 degrees and fry again for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
    fried in a fryer
  • Place fries on paper towels to drain excess oil. Season with salt and place on large plate or platter.
    French fries on a paper towel
  • Sprinkle cheese curds evenly over fries and pour hot gravy over the top. Serve immediately.
    poutine grave being poured onto fries

For the gravy:

  • Melt butter in medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour making a roux. Cook for about 1 minute.
    Roux for gravy in a pan
  • Reduce heat and slowly add beef broth, whisking constantly, until you reach your desired thickness. Add onion powder and salt and pepper, to taste. Serve hot.
    spoon with poutine beef gravy

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Notes

Recipe Tips:

  • Don't take your poutine too seriously. Be flexible and use what you have. You really can't go wrong!
  • For extra-crispy fries don't skip on soaking the fries in cold water before cooking. This removes the starch and gives you a more crispy French fry. Be sure to pat dry before frying.
  • When frying your French fries, make sure you are using the accurate temperatures. Use a kitchen thermometer or a fryer with a temperature gauge.
  • Remember to season your fries once they are cooked! Use sea salt or seasoning salts to being out the flavor.
  • When ready to eat, you can broil it on high for 2-3 minutes to make the cheese melt faster.

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 1552mg | Potassium: 923mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 205mg | Iron: 7mg