Description
A simple recipe for homemade tater tots that offers a crispy texture and a delicious flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated cheese
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and grate the russet potatoes.
- Place grated potatoes in a clean towel, wring out excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine potatoes, flour, cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into small cylinders or balls.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the tater tots in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- Consider using sweet potatoes for a different flavor.
- Can be baked at 425°F (220°C) for healthier version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 tater tots
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: easy tater tots, homemade tater tots, crispy tater tots