What is "poutine"

n. 1 (context Quebec English) A dish consisting of french fries topped with cheese curds and gravy, eaten primarily in Canada 2 (context Quebec English) Any of a number of variations on the basic poutine dish.

Poutine (; Quebec French: ) is a Canadian dish, originating in the province of Quebec, made with French fries and cheese curds topped with a light brown gravy. This fast-food dish is typically found across Canada and in some places in the northern United States, less often elsewhere and is still considered 'exotic' in such places. In Canada, it is available at most diners, cafeterias, and fast food restaurants. National and international chains such as Smoke's Poutinerie, New York Fries, McDonald's, Wendy's, A&W, KFC, Burger King, and Harvey's also sell mass-market poutine in Canada (although not always country-wide).