Jul 09 2026
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Fish & Poutine Recipe

Inspired by Halibut House Fish & Chips
Time1h 30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Fish

Fries

Gravy

Toppings

Method

Preparing the Fries

  1. 1

    Cut the Potatoes

    Peel and cut the russet potatoes into thick fries (about 1/2 inch thick).

  2. 2

    Soak the Fries

    Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. This helps achieve a crispy texture.

  3. 3

    Dry and Fry

    Drain and thoroughly dry the potatoes with a clean kitchen towel. In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the potatoes in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt immediately.

Preparing the Fish

  1. 4

    Mix the Batter

    In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cold sparkling water until smooth.

  2. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 6

    Fry the Fish

    Dip each fish fillet into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil, frying in batches until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Making the Gravy

  1. 7

    Prepare the Roux

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the all-purpose flour, whisking constantly for about 2-3 minutes until it turns a light golden color.

  2. 8

    Add the Broth

    Gradually whisk in the beef or chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form. Continue to cook for 5-7 minutes until the gravy thickens.

  3. 9

    Season the Gravy

    Season the gravy with salt, black pepper, and optional fresh herbs. Stir well and remove from heat.

Assembling the Dish

  1. 10

    Layer the Fries

    Place a generous portion of fries on a plate.

  2. 11

    Add Cheese Curds

    Sprinkle cheese curds over the fries.

  3. 12

    Pour the Gravy

    Ladle hot gravy over the fries and cheese curds, allowing the cheese to slightly melt.

  4. 13

    Top with Fish

    Place the crispy fried fish on top of the gravy-covered fries. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped scallions.

  5. 14

    Serve

    Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your Fish & Poutine!

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