Elgin Street Diner's Famous Poutine

By matt , 5 November 2023
Date Posted
Ingredients
  • 10 cups (2.5 L) canola oil
  • 8 large russet (baking) potatoes, washed and cut into 1/4-inch (7-mm) fries, skin on
  • 1 pound (450 g) St. Albert cheese curds
  • 2 cups (500 mL) Elgin Street Diner Vegetarian Brown Gravy (recipe, page E3)
Body

1. In a large pot or deep-frying appliance, heat oil to 325 degreesF (160 degreesC). In small batches, carefully fry potatoes just until they soften but are not browned. Remove from oil and cool on counter for about 11/2 hours. 2. Once potatoes are cooled to room temperature, heat oil to 365 degreesF (185 degreesC). In small batches, fry the blanched potatoes until crisp and golden. 3. Place fries on plates; top with curds and then gravy. Variations: Additional toppings may include chopped smoked meat, any type of grated cheese, bacon, fried onions. Fries may also be topped with Elgin Street Diner Chili (recipe, page E3) and curds.

Category
Meals
Original Source
Elgin Street Diner
Status
To Cook