Tater Tots Recipe
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Ingredients
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Potatoes
Breading
Frying
Method
Preparation
- 1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into small pieces, approximately 1-2 inches in size.
- 2
- 3
Mash Potatoes
Once cooled, place the boiled potatoes in a mixing bowl and mash them until smooth. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly.
Breading
- 4
Prepare Breading Mixture
In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour and cornstarch. In another small bowl, beat the egg and mix it with milk.
- 5
Coat Potato Mixture
Take a small amount of the potato mixture and form it into small tater tot shapes. Dip each tater tot into the egg mixture, then roll it in the flour-cornstarch mixture until fully coated.
Frying
- 6
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry Tater Tots
Carefully place the coated tater tots into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
