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A plate of Canadian Poutine, topped with cheese curds and gravy, accompanied by a bowl of fries, a small bowl of sauce, and a white napkin with a spoon and fork.

Classic Canadian Poutine Recipe

A man in a chef's uniform standing in front of a bar.Andre Dupont
A classic Canadian dish featuring crispy fries topped with cheese curds and smothered in rich gravy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Meal Type Main Course, Snacks
Cuisine Canadian
Servings 2
Calories 935 kcal
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $7
Shopping Cost$20

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 large russet potatoes cut into fries
  • 2 cups cheese curds
  • 1 cup beef gravy or vegetable gravy
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Toss the cut fries in vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
    2 tablespoons vegetable oil, Salt and pepper to taste, 2 large russet potatoes
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  • While the fries are baking, heat the gravy in a saucepan over medium heat until hot.
    1 cup beef gravy
  • Once the fries are ready, place them on a serving plate, sprinkle with cheese curds, and pour the hot gravy over the top.
    2 cups cheese curds
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For an extra crispy texture, double-fry the potatoes: fry once at a lower temperature to cook through, then again at a higher temperature to crisp up.
Use fresh, squeaky cheese curds for the best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 935kcalCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 40gFat: 55gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 138mgSodium: 1357mgPotassium: 1539mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 901mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Canadian Cuisine, Cheat Day, Comfort Food, Poutine

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