Authentic Canadian Poutine

Name: Authentic Canadian Poutine
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Canadian
Ingredients: 4 pounds russet potatoes (cut into 1/4 inch matchsticks); 2 of your favorite beers (I used a Canadian beer (can sub water)); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup flour (use a gluten free flour blend if needed); 1 shallot (finely minced); 1 clove garlic (minced or grated); 3 1/2 cups low sodium beef stock*; 1/2 cup stout beer (or more beef stock); 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce; salt and pepper (to taste); canola oil (for frying); 3 cups cheddar cheese curds