Poor Man Canadian Poutine
Transform your kitchen into a Canadian diner with this budget-friendly twist on a classic—Poor Man Canadian Poutine! This quick and easy recipe features crispy baked frozen French fries smothered in rich, savory gravy and topped with melty mozzarella cheese for a comforting, indulgent treat. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish can be prepped in just 10 minutes and served in under 30. With simple ingredients like a gravy mix and frozen fries, you can recreate the iconic flavors of poutine without spending a fortune. Finished with a touch of freshly chopped parsley for an optional garnish, this Canadian-inspired comfort food is a hearty, satisfying crowd-pleaser. Try it today and discover why poutine is a global favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Frozen French fries
- 1 packet Gravy mix packet (beef or chicken flavor)
- 250 ml Hot water
- 200 grams Grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the frozen French fries package (typically 200°C or 400°F).
Spread the frozen French fries evenly on a baking sheet. Bake them in the preheated oven for the recommended time on the package (usually 20-25 minutes) until they are golden and crispy.
While the fries are cooking, prepare the gravy. In a small saucepan, mix the gravy mix packet with 250 ml of hot water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens (about 3-5 minutes), then set aside.
Once the fries are done, remove them from the oven and sprinkle with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
In a serving dish or individual plates, arrange the hot French fries as the base. Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese generously over the fries.
Pour the warm gravy over the cheese and fries, covering them evenly. The heat from the fries and gravy will melt the cheese slightly.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.3 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 5579 mg | 243% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.9 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 63.9 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1524 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2560 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
