Poutine Recipe
French fries, jalapeno cheese curds & brown gravy
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Ingredients
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Fries
Gravy
Toppings
Method
Fries
- 1
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the Russet potatoes. Cut them into thin fries, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the cut potatoes in batches to the hot oil. Fry them until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Drain and Season
Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. Immediately season with salt to taste.
Gravy
- 5
Make the Roux
In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- 6
Add Broth
Gradually whisk in the beef or vegetable broth until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 7
Season the Gravy
Add soy sauce and black pepper. Continue to cook for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens.
Assembly
- 8
Layer the Ingredients
On a serving plate, place a generous portion of hot fries.
- 9
Add Gravy
Pour the hot brown gravy over the fries.
- 10
Top with Cheese Curds
Finally, sprinkle the jalapeno cheese curds on top of the fries and gravy.
- 11
Serve Immediately
Serve the poutine hot, while the fries are crispy and the cheese curds are melty.