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The Ultimate Canadian Tourtière Poutine

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Tourtière, the traditional French-Canadian meat pie enjoyed throughout Quebec, has been a holiday favourite for generations. Poutine, with its crispy fries, squeaky cheese curds, and rich gravy, has become one of Canada’s most recognizable dishes around the world.

So what happens when you combine the two?

You get the Ultimate Canadian Tourtière Poutine.

This hearty dish features crispy golden fries topped with savoury tourtière-style seasoned meat, authentic cheese curds, and a rich homemade gravy that brings everything together. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal that’s perfect for game day, Canada Day celebrations, family dinners, or whenever you’re craving a true taste of Canada.

At Canadian Cooking Adventures, I love celebrating regional Canadian flavours, and this recipe brings together two of Quebec’s greatest culinary traditions in one delicious bowl.

The Ultimate Canadian Tourtière Poutine

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Two iconic Canadian classics combined

✔ Loaded with flavour

✔ Perfect comfort food

✔ Great for game day

✔ Family friendly

✔ Ready in under an hour

✔ A unique Quebec-inspired recipe


How To Make The Ultimate Canadian Tourtière Poutine

The Ultimate Canadian Tourtière Poutine

Step 1

Prepare the fries.

Bake, air fry, or deep fry the potatoes until golden brown and crispy.

Keep warm.


Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the onion until softened.

Add the ground beef and pork.

Cook until browned.

Stir in:

  • garlic
  • cinnamon
  • cloves
  • nutmeg
  • thyme
  • poultry seasoning
  • salt
  • pepper

Cook for another 5 minutes until fragrant.

Set aside.


Step 3

Prepare the gravy.

Melt butter in a saucepan.

Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.

Slowly whisk in beef broth.

Add Worcestershire sauce.

Simmer until thickened.

Season to taste.


Step 4

Assemble the poutine.

Place hot fries on a serving platter or individual bowls.

Top with fresh cheese curds.

Spoon the warm tourtière meat mixture over top.

Pour hot gravy generously over everything.


Step 5

Serve immediately while the fries are crisp, the curds are squeaky, and the gravy is hot.


What Makes This Recipe Canadian?

This recipe combines two legendary Quebec classics.

Tourtière has been enjoyed in French-Canadian homes for centuries, while poutine has become one of Canada’s most famous culinary exports.

Together, they create the ultimate Canadian comfort food experience that’s rich, hearty, and packed with flavour.


Serving Suggestions

Pair with:

  • Dill pickle coleslaw
  • Caesar salad
  • Canadian pea salad
  • Maple-glazed vegetables
  • A cold beverage on game day

Perfect For

  • Canada Day
  • Hockey Night
  • Family Dinners
  • Potlucks
  • Game Day Gatherings
  • Holiday Entertaining
  • Weekend Comfort Food
Ultimate Canadian Tourtière Poutine Recipe

Ultimate Canadian Tourtière Poutine Recipe

Yield: 6
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Ingredients

  • For The Tourtière Meat
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • ½ lb ground pork
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp cloves
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp poultry seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For The Poutine
  • 2 lbs russet potatoes, cut into fries
  • 2 cups fresh cheese curds
  • For The Gravy
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

    Step 1

    Prepare the fries.

    Bake, air fry, or deep fry the potatoes until golden brown and crispy.

    Keep warm.

    Step 2

    In a large skillet, cook the onion until softened.

    Add the ground beef and pork.

    Cook until browned.

    Stir in:

  • garlic
  • cinnamon
  • cloves
  • nutmeg
  • thyme
  • poultry seasoning
  • salt
  • pepper

Cook for another 5 minutes until fragrant.

Set aside.

Step 3

Prepare the gravy.

Melt butter in a saucepan.

Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.

Slowly whisk in beef broth.

Add Worcestershire sauce.

Simmer until thickened.

Season to taste.

Step 4

Assemble the poutine.

Place hot fries on a serving platter or individual bowls.

Top with fresh cheese curds.

Spoon the warm tourtière meat mixture over top.

Pour hot gravy generously over everything.

Step 5

Serve immediately while the fries are crisp, the curds are squeaky, and the gravy is hot.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 842Total Fat: 50gSaturated Fat: 25gUnsaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 194mgSodium: 1016mgCarbohydrates: 43gFiber: 5gSugar: 3gProtein: 56g

These calculations are based off Nutritionix

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