Poutine ingrédient replacements
How can i replace beef broth in poutine? And can i use mozzarella instead of cheese curds?
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How can i replace beef broth in poutine? And can i use mozzarella instead of cheese curds?
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As a native Canadian here (and a chef!), you can DEFINITELY replace the beef broth in poutine! Especially since authentic poutine is actually made with a darkened chicken gravy instead of beef. If you are looking to make it vegetarian, then a mushroom gravy recipe is going to give you the best result (in my opinion).
If you absolutely can't get your hands on cheese curds (and if you can, I recommend it -- SO satisfying to eat!) then you want to look for the lowest moisture mozza you can find in block form, and cut that into little 1/2 inch x 1/2 inch pieces. True, shredded mozza will do the trick but the little piece of cheese are really part of the overall experience.
Also try to make sure you get a french fry that has a crisp outside! You want to stop the gravy from making the fries "mushy" for as long as possible.
I've made this at home here in NYC where I now live a few times, with many variations. It's always also a huge hit with my husband and friends! Hope yours turns out extra delicious :)
https://iwashyoudry.com/poutine-gravy-recipe/
But I did 2 cups chicken stock (instead of 1 cup chicken, 1 cup beef) and added a small packet of Lipton Onion Soup Mix (sifted to take out the bit of dried onion) and it turned out really good!
And if you want to experiement, other cheeses good for melting.
Here are a couple articles to help.
https://www.seasonsandsuppers.ca/authentic-canadian-poutine-recipe/#:~:text=If%20you%20can't%20get,put%20on%20top%20of%20pizza).
https://www.marthastewart.com/1099206/best-cheeses-melting
- from one who's eaten many a vegetarian poutine.