If you haven’t noticed already, I love to eat out. As much as
it’s bad for my waistline and my wallet, it’s my vice (along with spending too
much money on kitchen related items and groceries). But it’s January and I am
doing so well not eating out so far!
When J and I are out treating ourselves for a hard week at work, we are usually seen in
the King West area or Ossington area in Toronto. King West is known for it 5
star quality restaurants – great for a fancy date night or a evening with great
girlfriends who loves to gossip over wine! However, Ossington is a gem. It’s
very low key, casual, comfortable and filled with amazing flavours that will
tingle your taste buds. I often opt to go to Ossington if I want to try
something different and unique (call me a hipster lol). One of my favourite
restaurants (rather J’s favourite) is Oddsouel. We rave about this place way too
much.
They offer Korean-Canadian fusion and takes you on an
exciting journey and culinary experience. Did I mention most of their plates
are between $5 - $12?! Amazing! One of my favourite dishes is their Squash
Poutine. I can’t leave this place without at least one (maybe two) orders of
this amazing curry flavoured poutine. Curry and cheese curds? Trust me .. you
will fall in love.
It’s basically delicious roasted squash, smothered in
Japanese curry sauce, add on some cheese curds for that classic squeaky chewy
texture, drizzles of mayo and sriracha, topped with Kim Chi (yes that’s
right!), and a quick garnish of Furikake and toasted black sesame seeds.
Since my cliché new years resolution is to spend less and
eat better. I wanted to recreate this dish so that I can enjoy it from home
without the guilt (sorta). Here’s my version of the Oddsouel Squash Poutine. I
must say, I got really close to the flavours!
Ingredients:
1 whole buttercup squash. Peeled, deseeded and cut into 1
inch cubes (or use any squash of your choice)
Garnishes:
1 pack of Japanese curry (buy these premade or in
powder form from an Asian grocery store)
Cheese curds
Mayonnaise
Sriracha
Kim Chi (Available at any Asian grocery store)
Furikake (Available at any Asian grocery store)
Toasted Black Sesame seeds (I toasted mine on a dry pan for
extra flavour)
Directions:
- · Roast your squash in a 475F oven for 40 mins. Toss in between
- · Layering your poutine:
- First layer: roasted squash
- Second layer: Curry gravy
- Third layer: cheese curd
- Add this back in the oven to melt the cheese
- Then continue your layering:
o
Fourth layer: Drizzle of mayo and sriracha
o
Fifth layer: Kim Chi
o
Sixth layer: Sprinkle Furikake and Black Sesame
seeds
Enjoy!!
Looks delicious Larah! X
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