Homemade Tater Tots
Homemade tater tots are the ultimate comfort food, combining a crispy golden exterior with a fluffy potato center that melts in your mouth. Perfect for late-night snacks or gatherings, these little bites of joy are sure to impress your family and friends. With minimal ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll find that making tater tots from scratch is not only rewarding but also deliciously satisfying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prep the Potatoes: Peel and cube the russet potatoes. Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Cook the Potatoes: Boil in salted water until fork-tender (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and cool completely.
- Mash & Mix: In a bowl, mash cooled potatoes until smooth. Stir in flour, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt until well combined.
- Shape Tots: Form the mixture into small cylinders or balls.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep fryer or pot. Fry tater tots in batches until golden brown (4-5 minutes).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg