Mexican Poutine with Smoked Cheddar Chile Queso Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Mexican Poutine with Smoked Cheddar Chile Queso is a delicious twist on the classic Canadian dish. This recipe combines crispy french fries with a rich and flavorful smoked cheddar chile queso sauce. The queso sauce is made with smoked cheddar cheese, green chiles, and spices, giving it a smoky and slightly spicy kick. Topped with fresh cilantro and diced tomatoes, this Mexican-inspired poutine is a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main dish.

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35minstotal
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Ingredients for Mexican Poutine with Smoked Cheddar Chile Queso Recipe

  • 1/4 Bag Of Frozen French Fries
  • 1/2 tablespoon Butter
  • 1/2 tablespoon All Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Smoked Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/4 can Diced Green Chiles
  • 0.13 teaspoon Cumin
  • 0.13 teaspoon Paprika
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • as required Fresh Cilantro, For Garnish
  • as needed Diced Tomatoes, For Garnish

Directions: Mexican Poutine With Smoked Cheddar Chile Queso Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Preheat the oven and bake the french fries according to the package instructions until crispy and golden brown.
  • STEP 2.In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • STEP 3.Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • STEP 4.Stir in the smoked cheddar cheese, green chiles, cumin, and paprika. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • STEP 5.Remove the sauce from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • STEP 6.Place the crispy french fries on a serving platter and pour the smoked cheddar chile queso sauce over the top.
  • STEP 7.Garnish with fresh cilantro and diced tomatoes.
  • STEP 8.Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • For extra flavor, you can add cooked and crumbled bacon to the queso sauce.
  • If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add diced jalapenos or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • To make it a complete meal, you can add cooked ground beef or shredded chicken on top of the fries before pouring the queso sauce.

Storage and Serving

  • Mexican Poutine with Smoked Cheddar Chile Queso is best served immediately while the fries are still crispy.
  • If you have leftovers, store the fries and queso sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
  • To reheat, bake the fries in the oven until crispy again and warm the queso sauce on the stovetop, stirring occasionally.
  • To serve, pour the reheated queso sauce over the crispy fries and garnish with fresh cilantro and diced tomatoes.
Nutrition
value
329
calories per serving
23 g Fat21 g Protein9 g Carbs1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    23g
  • Protein
    21g
  • Carbs
    9g
  • Fiber
    1g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    9g
  • Protein
    21g
  • Fiber
    1g

Fats

  • Fat
    23g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    575mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    439mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    30mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    5mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    34mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    369mg
  • Selenium
    11mcg
  • Zinc
    3mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp