Description
Hearty Canadian corned beef poutine delivers a bold fusion of classic diner comfort and gourmet flair. Crisp fries, rich gravy, and tender meat create a mouthwatering symphony that satisfies deep cravings with each luxurious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 cup corned beef, chopped
Starches:
- 4 cups french fries (frozen or homemade)
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 cup cheese curds (white cheddar or mozzarella)
Gravy Ingredients:
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup guinness beer
- 1/4 cup onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
Seasonings:
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare crispy golden fries by either baking frozen varieties or creating homemade potato strips. Ensure fries are heated and maintain warmth during gravy preparation.
- Create Guinness gravy by sautéing onions in butter until translucent and soft, approximately 3-4 minutes at medium heat. Incorporate flour to develop a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Gradually incorporate Guinness and beef broth into the roux, whisking consistently to prevent lumps. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes until gravy reaches desired thickness and smooth consistency.
- Season gravy with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper, adjusting flavors to personal preference. Maintain gravy at a gentle warm temperature.
- Arrange hot fries on serving plate as foundational layer. Distribute chopped corned beef evenly across fries to ensure consistent meat coverage.
- Sprinkle fresh cheese curds generously over corned beef, allowing them to slightly melt from residual heat.
- Carefully pour hot Guinness gravy over entire dish, ensuring complete coverage of fries, meat, and cheese curds.
- Optional: Garnish with finely chopped parsley for visual appeal and fresh herbal note.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain hot and cheese curds are wonderfully melty.
Notes
- Crisp Fries Secret: Choose starchy potatoes like Russet for maximum crispiness and perfect texture when baking or frying.
- Gravy Consistency Trick: Whisk continuously while adding liquid to prevent lumps and achieve a silky-smooth Guinness gravy.
- Cheese Curd Technique: Use room temperature cheese curds so they slightly melt when hot gravy is poured, creating a creamy, stretchy experience.
- Diet Modification: Swap regular fries with sweet potato fries for a healthier alternative, or use gluten-free flour for the roux to make the dish celiac-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg