perfect poutine with bacon gravy
This side dish, originated in Québec Canada, is delicious and flavorful and has become popular worldwide. Add bacon to your gravy and you have a winner!
prep time
20 Min
cook time
45 Min
method
Deep Fry
yield
2 servings
Ingredients
- 2-3 large russet potatoes, peeled and washed
- 2 - strips bacon, finely chopped
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 1 large clove garlic, pressed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
- 2 cups cold low-sodium beef stock
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- garlic salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
- 1 small pinch ground himalayan sea salt
- canola oil, for frying (substitute peanut oil)
- 1 cup cheese curds, or more to taste
How To Make perfect poutine with bacon gravy
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Step 1Cut potatoes into lengths of about ¼” x ¼” x 4”. Place in a large bowl, cover with cold water, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours for extra-crispy fries. Drain well and pat dry between two kitchen towels.
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Step 2In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook bacon until fat is rendered and bacon starts getting brown. Add shallots and sauté for 1 minute. Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes. Add butter and stir until melted. Add flour and stir constantly; cook for 21/2 to 3 minutes. Pour cold broth and then add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic salt and black pepper. Whisk ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until the gravy thickens. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Keep it warm until ready to serve.
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Step 3Pour oil in a deep-fryer and heat until a deep-fry thermometer reads 350ºF. Working in small batches, add potatoes and fry for 3 minutes. Transfer potatoes on a baking sheet lined with paper towel. Increase temperature to 375ºF and, working in small batches, fry potatoes for 9 minutes or until crispy. Transfer chips on a baking sheet without paper towel and pat with paper towel.
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Step 4Transfer some fries on a warm plate, sprinkle with cheese curds and pour some gravy; repeat again with fries, cheese and gravy. You can strain gravy or not before pouring.
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Category:
Potatoes
Keyword:
#cheese
Keyword:
#Potatoes
Keyword:
#Gravy Recipe
Keyword:
#side dish recipes
Keyword:
#Canadian recipe
Keyword:
#Quebec recipes
Method:
Deep Fry
Ingredient:
Potatoes
Culture:
Canadian
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