Side Tater Tots Recipe
Make Side Tater Tots Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Optional Dipping Sauce
Method
Cooking the Tater Tots
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This ensures even cooking and crispiness.
- 2
Prepare Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- 3
Arrange Tater Tots
Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- 4
Season Tater Tots
Drizzle the vegetable oil over the tater tots, then sprinkle salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika evenly over them.
- 5
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
Serving
- 6
Prepare Dipping Sauce
While the tater tots are baking, prepare your dipping sauces. Place ketchup and ranch dressing in small bowls for serving.
- 7
Serve
Once the tater tots are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauces.