Tater Tots Topped W/ Etouffee Sauce Or Creamy Cajun Sauce Recipe
Make Tater Tots Topped W/ Etouffee Sauce Or Creamy Cajun Sauce Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tater Tots
Etouffee Sauce
Creamy Cajun Sauce
Method
Tater Tots Preparation
- 1
Bake the Tater Tots
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the frozen tater tots evenly on a baking sheet. Drizzle with vegetable oil and toss to coat. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning halfway through.
Etouffee Sauce Preparation
- 2
Cook the Vegetables
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
- 3
Add Garlic and Seasoning
Stir in the minced garlic and Cajun seasoning. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Add Broth and Tomatoes
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and the canned diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook for about 15 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, remove from heat. Serve the etouffee sauce over the baked tater tots, and garnish with chopped green onions.
Creamy Cajun Sauce Preparation
- 6
- 7
Add Cream and Seasoning
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking constantly. Add the Cajun seasoning, and continue to whisk until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions. Drizzle the creamy Cajun sauce over the baked tater tots.