Tex Mex Poutine (Printer-Friendly)
Crispy fries topped with beef, cheese, and rich gravy for a bold Tex Mex twist.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Base
01 -
2 lb crinkle cut frozen french fries
02 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Beef Mixture
03 -
1 lb lean ground beef
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1/2 yellow onion, sliced
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning
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1/4 cup water
→ Gravy
07 -
2 cups water
08 -
2 packets brown gravy mix (25 grams each)
→ Assembly
09 -
2 cups Tex Mex grated cheese blend, or more to taste
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Bake the crinkle cut fries according to the package instructions until golden and crispy.
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Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon. Add sliced onion and continue cooking until beef is fully browned.
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In a small saucepan, combine brown gravy mix with water. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a boil and thickens. Reduce to a simmer.
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Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water to the cooked beef and onion. Stir to coat evenly, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Allow both gravy and seasoned beef mixture to simmer for 5 minutes to develop flavor.
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Layer crispy fries on plates, top with beef mixture, sprinkle with cheese, and pour hot gravy over the top. Serve immediately.
# Extra Tips:
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Adjust cheese quantity to preference for extra melt and flavor.