Description
Learn how to make delicious homemade tater tots that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. A perfect snack or side dish for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Potato Mixture:
- 2 pounds russet potatoes (peeled)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
For Frying or Baking:
- Vegetable oil for frying or brushing (if baking)
Instructions
- Parboil Potatoes: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add peeled potatoes and parboil for 6–7 minutes. Drain and let cool. Grate the cooled potatoes.
- Prepare Tater Tots: Squeeze out excess moisture from potatoes. Mix with flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese if using.
- Form Tater Tots: Shape the mixture into small cylinders. Fry in hot oil until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- To Bake: Preheat oven, place tots on a baking sheet, brush with oil, and bake until crisp.
Notes
- Tater tots can be frozen after shaping for future use.
- Enjoy with ketchup, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8 tots
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
