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Kimchi Poutine


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  • Author: Serge Lescouarnec, adapted from Smoke and Pickles by Edward Lee
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 1
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

French fries get a Korean twist in this updated poutine. Kimchi adds a spicy, fermented kick to the classic comfort food.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • As many French Fries as will fit in a 6-inch cast-iron skillet in a single layer
  • 1/2 cup cheese curds
  • 1/4 cup chopped Kimchi
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
  2. Melt the butter in a 6-inch skillet. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring, over low heat for 3 minutes to make a roux. Gradually add the cream, chicken stock, and soy sauce, stirring until smooth. Season the gravy with cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste. Keep warm until ready to serve.
  3. Place the french fries in the bottom of a 6-inch cast-iron skillet. Sprinkle the cheese curds and kimchi over them.
  4. Heat the skillet in the oven at 350°F (177°C) until the cheese is warm and melty, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove the skillet from the oven and pour the gravy over the fries.
  6. Top with the chopped parsley and serve immediately in the skillet.

Notes

  • For crispier fries, par-fry them before adding them to the skillet and reheating.
  • Gochujang paste can be added to the gravy for a deeper, richer Korean flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored separately (fries, cheese, gravy) in airtight containers for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 50
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 50