Homemade Tater Tots
Tater tots are the ultimate comfort food, combining a crispy exterior with a fluffy, warm potato center. Perfect for movie nights or family gatherings, these homemade delights are easy to whip up and sure to impress. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious snack or side dish that brings back nostalgic memories while tantalizing your taste buds. Whether baked or fried, they’re versatile enough to complement any meal or stand alone as the star of the show.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Russet Potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (or Olive Oil)
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Scrub and optionally peel the russet potatoes. Grate them using a box grater or food processor.
- Place grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a bowl, mix grated potatoes with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and flour until well combined.
- Shape mixture into small tots and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle with oil and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tater tots (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg