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Acadian · Canada

Poutine à Trous

A traditional Acadian dish featuring a deep-fried dough pocket filled with cheese, potatoes, and a meat filling, typically served with a side of gravy.

30 minutes4 servings
Poutine à Trous
Photo: Dr Wilson · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking powder.
  2. Add milk and water, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  4. Roll out the dough and cut into circles.
  5. Place a spoonful of cheese, potatoes, and beef in each circle.
  6. Fold the dough over and seal the edges.
  7. Fry the poutine à trous in hot oil until golden brown.
  8. Serve with a side of gravy.
  9. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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