What is the secret to crispy tater tots?

The key to achieving extra crispy tater tots is not overcrowding the air fryer basket and ensuring they are cooked at a high temperature. Experiment with cooking times and methods to find the perfect level of crispiness to suit your taste.

How do you make store bought tater tots taste better?

Try a seasoning blend like Cajun, ranch, or barbecue seasoning for a unique twist. Grate some Parmesan or cheddar cheese over the tots during the last few minutes of cooking for a cheesy crust.

Should I thaw tater tots before cooking?

Thawing tater tots before cooking in an air fryer is unnecessary and may result in a longer cooking time. Cooking them from frozen allows you to enjoy a convenient and quick snack or side dish with a pleasingly crispy texture.

Air Fryer Tater Tots (Taco Style)

Description

If you've been craving the satisfying crunch of tater tots but want to keep things in check, you're in for a treat. We're diving headfirst into the world of Air Fryer Tater Tots, Taco style.

I'm about to take you on a flavor-packed journey that's not just delicious but also mindful of our healthy eating goals.

Ingredients

Scale

One 16 ounce package of frozen tater tots
One teaspoon of low sodium taco seasoning
A spritz of olive oil

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Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F and place about 2 cups of your frozen taters tots in a Ziploc baggie and sprinkle with taco seasoning and shake well.
Give your air fryer basket a spritz of olive oil so they don't stick. Next place your seasoned frozen tater tots in your air fryer basket in a single layer. You can also use a silicone insert for easier cleaning which I prefer. You may need to do this in batches depending on how many tater tots you want to make and how large your air fryer is.
Cook for 7 minutes and then turn over or shake basket and cook for an additional 7 minutes or until desired crispiness.
Remove from air fryer basket and serve..Yummy!!

Notes

Preheat the air fryer: Always preheat your air fryer to the recommended temperature (usually around 400°F or 200°C) for a few minutes before cooking. This ensures even cooking and crispiness.
Use a non-stick cooking spray: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or use a misting bottle to prevent the tater tots from sticking to the basket.
Arrange tater tots evenly: Place the frozen tater tots in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. This allows for proper air circulation and even cooking.
Shake or flip halfway through: Gently shake the basket or flip the tater tots with tongs halfway through the cooking time to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
Don't overcrowd the basket: If you have a large batch of tater tots, cook them in multiple batches to avoid overcrowding, which can lead to uneven cooking and less crispiness.
Season before cooking: Season the tater tots with your favorite spices or seasonings before cooking. This can add extra flavor to the tots.
Experiment with seasonings: Get creative with your seasonings. Try adding garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or even grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Serve immediately: Tater tots are at their best when served hot and crispy, so enjoy them right out of the air fryer.
Keep leftovers crispy: If you have leftovers, you can reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain their crispiness.
Customize dips: Prepare a variety of dipping sauces like ketchup or barbecue sauce.

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Air Fry
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 12
Calories: 260
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 860 mg
Fat: 16 g
Trans Fat:
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol:

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