poutine recipe

Poutine Recipe

This classic poutine recipe brings the famous Canadian comfort food to your kitchen with crispy golden fries, rich homemade gravy, and soft cheese curds. It’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for lunch, dinner, game day, or whenever you’re craving a hearty meal. Whether you use homemade or frozen fries, this recipe delivers authentic flavor with minimal effort. Discover more flavorful recipes like Poutine Recipe right here.

Ingredients

For the Gravy

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Poutine

  • 2 pounds frozen thick-cut French fries or homemade fries
  • 12 ounces white cheddar cheese curds
  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

  • Bake or fry the French fries according to the package instructions or prepare homemade fries until golden and crispy.
  • While the fries cook, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes until lightly golden, stirring constantly.
  • Slowly whisk in the beef broth and chicken broth until smooth.
  • Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, and rice vinegar.
  • Bring the gravy to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Place the hot crispy fries onto a serving platter or individual plates.
  • Scatter the cheese curds evenly over the fries while they’re still hot.
  • Ladle the hot gravy generously over the fries and cheese curds so the curds soften slightly without completely melting.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings