Poutine
A classic Canadian comfort food consisting of crispy fried chips topped with squeaky fresh cheese curds and a rich, savoury brown gravy.
50 min
Cook time
4
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
~650
Calories
Nutrition (per serving)
650
Calories · kcal
36
Protein · g
51
Carbs · g
34
Fat · g
Ingredients
- baking potatoes — 800g
- fresh cheese curds — 250g
- beef stock — 500ml
- plain flour — 30g
- unsalted butter — 40g
- vegetable oil for frying — 500ml
Method
- 1
Peel the baking potatoes and cut into even-sized chips. Soak in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain and pat thoroughly dry.
- 2
Heat the oil to 160°C and fry the chips until soft but not browned. Remove and drain.
- 3
For the gravy, melt the butter in a pan, add the flour, and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the beef stock and simmer until thickened.
- 4
Increase the oil temperature to 190°C and fry the chips again until golden and crispy.
- 5
Place the hot chips into bowls, top with the cheese curds, and pour the hot gravy over the top to melt the cheese slightly.
Allergens to check
Milk, Gluten
Why this works
The combination of hot, crispy chips, cold and squeaky cheese curds, and hot gravy creates the signature texture and flavour profile that makes poutine a legendary comfort dish.
Equipment
Deep fat fryer or large heavy-based saucepan, Whisk, Saucepan, Slotted spoon
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