Silky Canadian Poutine

Name: Silky Canadian Poutine
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Snack
Ingredients: Russet potatoes; Kosher salt; Vegetable oil; Unsalted butter; All-purpose flour; Beef stock; Salt and pepper; Worcestershire sauce; Cheese curds; Fresh chives

With Cheese Curds and Rich Gravy

This classic Canadian dish features crispy fries smothered in cheese curds and topped with a luscious homemade gravy.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Fries

Russet potatoes

4 large, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch thick fries

Kosher salt

1 tablespoon

Vegetable oil

for frying

For the Gravy

Unsalted butter

2 tablespoons

All-purpose flour

2 tablespoons

Beef stock

2 cups

Salt and pepper

to taste

Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon

For the Topping

Cheese curds

2 cups

Fresh chives

chopped, for garnish

Preparation

Preparing the Fries

Peel and Cut Potatoes

Peel and cut potatoes into evenly sized fries.

Soak Potatoes

Soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

For extra crispy fries, soak the sliced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before frying.

Dry Potatoes

Dry completely with a clean towel before frying.

Double-fry the potatoes for that perfect crunch — fry once, cool, then fry again.

Preparing the Gravy

Melt Butter

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Cook Flour

Stir in flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Add Stock and Season

Gradually whisk in beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until thickened.

Make sure the gravy is smooth before adding the cheese curds.

Cooking Process

Frying the Potatoes

Heat the oil to 325°F (160°C) and fry the potatoes in batches until light golden, about 5-6 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels and increase the oil temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Second Fry

Return fries to hot oil, cooking until deep golden brown and crisp, approximately 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, sprinkle with kosher salt.

Gravy Completion

Bring the gravy to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until it reaches desired consistency.

Plating & Serving