Breakfast Poutine
Over Easy potatoes, cheese curds, hollandaise, topped with two eggs.
Nutrition Facts
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Breakfast Poutine builds upon the foundation of traditional poutine, a Québécois dish that emerged in the late 1950s. Poutine's origins are debated, with several restaurants in rural Quebec claiming to be the birthplace. The addition of breakfast elements like eggs and hollandaise is a more recent adaptation, reflecting the trend of fusion cuisine and all-day breakfast options.
While poutine is deeply rooted in Quebecois culture, Breakfast Poutine is a more contemporary adaptation that reflects Canada's evolving culinary landscape. It represents a fusion of traditional comfort food with modern breakfast trends.
A Modern Twist on a Classic
Breakfast Poutine demonstrates the adaptation of traditional Canadian dishes to suit modern palates and culinary trends. It exemplifies the creative evolution of Canadian cuisine.
All-Day Breakfast Culture
The popularity of Breakfast Poutine reflects the growing trend of all-day breakfast menus in Canada, where breakfast items are enjoyed at any time of day.
Breakfast Poutine offers a rich and savory flavor profile, blending the salty starchiness of potatoes, the tangy creaminess of cheese curds, the richness of hollandaise, and the protein of eggs.
The flavor experience begins with the salty, slightly crispy hashbrowns, providing a hearty base. The cheese curds offer a squeaky texture and a mild, milky flavor that contrasts with the richness of the other components. The hollandaise sauce, a buttery, lemony, and eggy emulsion, coats the hashbrowns and curds, adding a decadent layer. Finally, the cooked eggs (often fried or poached) introduce another layer of protein and flavor, with the runny yolk adding even more richness when mixed in.
Cheese Curd Freshness
Use fresh cheese curds for the signature 'squeak'. Older curds lose their moisture and squeakiness.
Hollandaise Perfection
Make the hollandaise sauce from scratch for the best flavor, or use a high-quality pre-made version. Ensure it's warm and smooth.
Egg Preparation
Choose your preferred egg style – fried, poached, or scrambled – and cook them to your liking. A runny yolk adds extra richness.
Hashbrown Crispness
Achieve crispy hashbrowns by spreading them thinly on the cooking surface and avoiding overcrowding. Use enough oil or butter.
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