Poutine
Poutine is a dish of french fries topped with cheese curds and gravy. It’s a popular dish in Canada, particularly in Quebec, and it’s considered a staple of Canadian cuisine. Poutine has become increasingly popular in recent years and can be found in many restaurants and fast food chains across Canada. It is considered a comfort food and it’s a very popular dish in casual settings.
Here is a simple recipe for making Poutine at home:
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of french fries (fresh or store-bought)
- 2 cups of cheese curds
- 2 cups of beef or chicken gravy
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Fry or bake the french fries until they are crispy and golden brown, according to the package instructions or your preference.
- In a saucepan, heat the gravy over medium heat until it is heated through.
- Place the french fries on a serving platter, top with cheese curds, and pour the hot gravy over the top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Poutine.
You can also use variations of gravy, like mushroom or bacon or you can add some toppings like pulled pork, chicken or steak.
It’s important to note that this recipe is a basic one, and the recipe can be adjusted to personal preferences and dietary needs.
Tips for preparation of Poutine
Here is a simple recipe for making Poutine at home:
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of french fries (fresh or store-bought)
- 2 cups of cheese curds
- 2 cups of beef or chicken gravy
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Fry or bake the french fries until they are crispy and golden brown, according to the package instructions or your preference.
- In a saucepan, heat the gravy over medium heat until it is heated through.
- Place the french fries on a serving platter, top with cheese curds, and pour the hot gravy over the top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Poutine.
You can also use variations of gravy, like mushroom or bacon or you can add some toppings like pulled pork, chicken or steak.
It’s important to note that this recipe is a basic one, and the recipe can be adjusted to personal preferences and dietary needs.
Poutine serving size
Typically, a serving size of Poutine is usually about 1-2 cups per person as a main dish or side dish, it can also be serve as a snack or comfort food.
Poutine nutrition value
here is an approximate nutritional breakdown for a standard serving size of 1 cup made with the recipe I provided earlier:
- Calories: Approximately 600-800
- Fat: 40-50g
- Saturated Fat: 20-25g
- Cholesterol: 75-100mg
- Sodium: 800-1000mg
- Carbohydrates: 60-70g
- Fiber: 5-6g
- Sugars: 2-3g
- Protein: 20-25g
Keep in mind that Poutine is a high-calorie and high-fat dish, it’s important to balance consuming it with a balanced diet and physical activity.