Ingredients
- Ore-Ida tater tots
- Cooking spray (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Start by taking your Ore-Ida Tater Tots out of the freezer. You don’t need to thaw them; air frying works best when they’re frozen. This keeps the inside soft while the outside gets crispy.
- Choosing Your Tater Tots: Selecting Ore-Ida Tater Tots is crucial because they’re consistently sized. This uniformity helps ensure they cook evenly, giving you that perfect crunch.
- Prepping the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. This high temperature is key for getting that golden color and crispy texture. If your model doesn’t require preheating, you might need to add a couple of minutes to the cooking time.
- Basket Arrangement: Arrange the tater tots in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding; air needs to circulate around each tot for them to cook evenly and get crispy. If necessary, cook in batches.
- Cooking Time and Temperature: Cook at 400°F for about 10 minutes. Shake the basket gently halfway through cooking to ensure all sides of the tater tots brown evenly. This step is crucial for achieving that desired texture.
- Seasoning (Optional): For basic seasoning, sprinkle some salt over the tater tots right after cooking while they’re still hot. This helps the salt stick better. For variety, consider garlic powder, smoked paprika, or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese after cooking for added flavor. Experimenting with seasonings can really enhance the natural potato flavor of the tater tots.
- Serving: Serve hot and crispy from the air fryer. They’re great on their own or with your favorite dipping sauce, like ketchup, ranch, or a spicy aioli.
Notes
- No Oil Needed: Ore-Ida Tater Tots come pre-cooked with oil, so you don’t need to add any extra. This makes them a healthier option.
- Watch the Cooking Time: Depending on your air fryer model, cooking times may vary slightly. Start checking them at the 10-minute mark to prevent overcooking.
- Even Cooking: For the best results, don’t skip shaking the basket halfway through. This ensures each tot gets evenly crispy.
- Serving Size: Remember, tater tots are best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, you can reheat them in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to bring back the crispiness.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup
- Calories: Approximately 190 calories
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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