House Made Tater Tots Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

Crispy, golden-brown house-made tater tots, perfectly seasoned and served with your choice of dipping sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel and chop the russet potatoes into small cubes. Boil them in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.
2
Mash the Potatoes
Using a potato masher or fork, mash the boiled potatoes until smooth. Let them cool completely.
3
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined.
4
Form the Tater Tots
Take small portions of the mixture and roll them into small cylindrical shapes, approximately 1 inch long.
5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
6
Fry the Tater Tots
Fry the tater tots in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
7
Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.