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Tater Tots

• Course Entrée or Side Dish
• Place of Origin – United States
• Created by – F. Nephi Grigg and Golden Grigg in 1953
• Serving Temperature – Hot
• Main Ingredients – Potato
• Variations – Veggie Tots

 Tater tots are a popular American snack food that has been around since the 1950s. These bite-sized potato nuggets are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them the perfect comfort food. While you can buy them at the store, making your own tater tots at home is easy and delicious. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make homemade tater tots.

I. Ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make homemade tater tots:

• 2 large potatoes, peeled.
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of paprika
• 1/4 cup of flour
• Oil for frying

II. Instructions

Follow these simple steps to make homemade tater tots:

Step 1: Grate the Potatoes

Grate the potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Once grated, place the potatoes in a clean dish towel and wring out as much liquid as possible.

Step 2: Mix the Seasonings

In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Step 3: Combine the Potatoes and Seasonings

Add the grated potatoes and the seasoning mixture to a large bowl. Mix well to combine.

Step 4: Add Flour

Sprinkle the flour over the potato mixture and mix until the flour is well incorporated.

Step 5: Form the Tater Tots

Using your hands, form the potato mixture into small cylinders that are about 1 inch in length.

Step 6: Fry the Tater Tots

Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the tater tots to the skillet in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7: Drain and Serve

Use a slotted spoon to remove the tater tots from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve hot with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.

III. Tips for Making Tater Tots

• Be sure to wring out as much liquid as possible from the grated potatoes. This will help the tater tots hold their shape and become crispy.
• If you don't have a food processor or box grater, you can use a cheese grater to grate the potatoes.
• To make the tater tots gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour such as rice flour or cornstarch.
• You can add other seasonings to the potato mixture, such as cumin, chili powder, or dried herbs.

IV. Conclusion

Making homemade tater tots is easy and fun. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic kitchen skills, you can create a delicious and crispy snack that will delight your taste buds. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the taste of fresh, homemade tater tots.

V. FAQs

1.    Can I bake the tater tots instead of frying them? Yes, you can bake them in the oven at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

2.    Can I use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes? Yes, you can use sweet potatoes to make sweet potato tots. Just follow the same recipe but substitute sweet potatoes for regular potatoes.