Totcho Poutine Recipe
Tater tots, cheese curds, and gravy layered with spicy beef, house-made queso, and pico, topped with green onions. Also available with plant-based beef and gravy for a vegetarian option.
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Ingredients
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Tater Tots
Spicy Beef Mixture
House-Made Queso
Pico de Gallo
Gravy
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Make the Spicy Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat, then add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Queso
In a saucepan, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and milk over low heat. Stir until melted and smooth. Add chopped jalapeños and garlic powder, mixing well. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Make Pico de Gallo
In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- 4
Cook Tater Tots
Bake tater tots according to package instructions until golden and crispy.
Assemble the Totcho Poutine
- 5
In a large serving dish, layer the baked tater tots, followed by the spicy beef mixture, cheese curds, and house-made queso. Pour beef gravy (or vegetarian gravy) over the top.
- 6
Finish with a generous spoonful of pico de gallo and a sprinkle of sliced green onions.
