The “proper” Tater Tots Recipe
Crispy Pork Belly, Cheddar Cheese, Scallions
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Ingredients
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Tater Tots
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel and grate the russet potatoes. Place them in a bowl of cold water to remove excess starch. Drain and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
Cook the Pork Belly
In a pan, cook the pork belly over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the pan and chop into small pieces.
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, crispy pork belly, cheddar cheese, chopped scallions, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and flour. Mix until well combined.
Form Tater Tots
Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into small tot forms, about 1 inch in size.
Heat Oil
In a large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the Tater Tots
Carefully drop the tater tots into the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve
Serve the tater tots hot, garnished with additional chopped scallions if desired.
