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Nutritional Values
740kcal
15gProtein
72gCarbs
42gFat
6gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
🌾 Gluten
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Poutine
How to order / say it
Say it
Poutine — [poo-TEEN]
Order
I'd like a poutine, please.
Say locally
Quebec dish of french fries topped with cheese curds and gravy.
Why try it?
While originating from Quebec, Poutine found a fervent fan base in Vancouver, reflecting the city's love for comfort foods that bring people together in an urban setting.
How it tastes
The crispy fries are bathed in rich, savory gravy that melds with the squeaky cheese curds, creating an indulgent and hearty dish that excites the palate with its contrasting textures.
Origin & History — first documented: 1957
Poutine was born in rural Quebec in the late 1950s, combining simple ingredients to create a filling snack. It rapidly spread across Canada by the 1970s, finding a warm reception in Vancouver's diverse culinary landscape.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g french fries
- 🥛 100 g cheese curds
- 🥣 200 ml gravy
Method
- 1 Prepare french fries until crispy.
- 2 Heat the gravy until hot.
- 3 Place fries in a bowl, scatter cheese curds over the fries.
- 4 Pour hot gravy over the fries and cheese, serve immediately.
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