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Homemade Tater Tots

Tater Tots are a classic way to enjoy potatoes - crispy and savory! Start making them right in the comfort of your home with this easy recipe!

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 cups
Calories: 298 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds Russet potatoes peeled
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves chopped

Instructions

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  1. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by about 1-2 inches. Bring to a boil and cook until parboiled, about 6-7 minutes. Drain well, remove the potatoes from the pot, place on a cutting board in one single layer and let cool.
  2. Use a box grater, to finely shred the cooled potatoes. Next, use a clean dish towel to drain potatoes completely, by pressing onto them to remove as much water as possible.
  3. Transfer potatoes to a large bowl and stir in flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, and dried parsley. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. The mixture should be workable but dry, if needed add a bit more flour.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Form potatoes into tots and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
  7. Add the tots, about 6 at a time, depending on how large is the pot. Cook until evenly golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat with the others.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
To Freeze:
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  1. Method 1: Freeze them before frying. After you formed the tots and placed them onto the baking sheet, transfer them to the freezer. Once frozen, transfer them into Ziploc bags. You can later fry them, without thawing.
  2. Method 2: Freee after frying. Let the tots fully cool. Transfer them to an airtight container. Freeze up to 1 month. To bake, preheat oven to 400 degrees F and bake until heated through, for about 15-17 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Calories 298kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 60g (20%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 17mg (1%) Potassium 1299mg (37%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 290IU (6%) Vitamin C 19mg (21%) Calcium 50mg (5%) Iron 3.3mg (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 298

% Daily Value*

Calories 298kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 60g 20%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 17mg 1%
Potassium 1299mg 28%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 290IU 6%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 50mg 5%
Iron 3.3mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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