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A plate of Breakfast Poutine with Hollandaise Sauce, featuring tater tots, fries, eggs, bacon, sausage, and green onions.

Breakfast Poutine with Hollandaise Sauce

A creative twist on a classic dish, this breakfast poutine combines crispy potatoes with savory toppings and a rich hollandaise sauce for an elevated brunch experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Poutine Base
  • 0.5 package frozen tater tots (28 ounce)
  • 0.5 package frozen French fries (28 ounce)
For the Hollandaise Sauce
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 0.5 lemon, juiced
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and clarified if desired
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1-3 tablespoons chicken stock, warmed optional
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the Scrambled Eggs
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • to taste salt and pepper
For Assembly
  • 6 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 8 ounces breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese curds
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • stainless steel bowl
  • Saucepan
  • nonstick pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Spread the tater tots and French fries in a single layer on two baking sheets. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tots and fries are browned and crisp.
  2. To make the hollandaise sauce: Place the egg yolks and lemon juice in a stainless steel or heatproof glass bowl. Whisk together until the mixture doubles in volume. Place this bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the water does not touch the bottom of the bowl. Begin whisking continuously. While whisking, slowly add the melted butter in a steady stream until fully incorporated and the hollandaise is thick and smooth. The sauce will gradually thicken as you add the butter. Stir in the cayenne pepper and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat, cover the surface directly with plastic wrap, and set aside.
  3. For the scrambled eggs: Heat a nonstick pan over medium to medium-low heat and melt the butter. Add the beaten eggs and stir with a rubber spatula. Continue stirring until small curds form and the eggs are just set. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
  4. To assemble: Combine the baked tots, French fries, scrambled eggs, crumbled bacon, crumbled sausage, and cheese curds in a bowl. Spread this mixture onto a baking sheet. Place under the broiler for 1 minute, or until the cheese curds melt.
  5. Remove the poutine from the broiler. Drizzle with the hollandaise sauce and finish with a sprinkle of sliced green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe was inspired by a desire to combine comforting breakfast elements with the savory satisfaction of poutine. It's a dish that's perfect for a weekend brunch or a special occasion when you want to impress your guests with a unique and flavorful meal.

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