Homemade tater tots are a nostalgic comfort food that brings back memories of childhood. These crispy, golden nuggets of grated potatoes are a beloved side dish or snack. Making them from scratch allows you to control the ingredients and customize the flavors. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make delicious homemade tater tots that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients for Homemade Tater Tots:
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying
How to Make Homemade Tater Tots:
- Grate the peeled potatoes using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- Transfer the grated potatoes to a large bowl. Add the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Take about 1 tablespoon of the potato mixture and shape it into a cylindrical tot. Repeat with the remaining potato mixture.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the tater tots in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the tater tots for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve the homemade tater tots hot, with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.
About the Main Ingredients:
- Potatoes: Russet potatoes are ideal for making tater tots because of their high starch content, which helps bind the tots together and gives them a fluffy texture.
- Flour: All-purpose flour is used as a binding agent to help hold the tater tots together.
- Spices: Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper add flavor to the tater tots. Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste.
- Vegetable Oil: Used for frying the tater tots, vegetable oil has a high smoke point and neutral flavor, making it ideal for frying.
Enjoy these homemade tater tots as a delicious snack or side dish!
