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Seasoned Tater Tots

This Seasoned Tater Tots recipe is a great way to doctor up a frozen bag of tots. No more soggy bland boring tater tots. These are the perfect side dish for burgers, hot dogs, and more.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose
Servings: 10 people
Author: Brianna May

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 32-ounce bag plain frozen tater tots
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil*
  • 1 teaspoon EACH granulated garlic & onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon EACH smoked paprika, chili powder, thyme, & oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt*
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne*

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven and 1-2 large baking sheets to 425 degrees. In a large bowl, combine the oil and all of the spices.
    3 Tablespoons olive oil*, 1 teaspoon EACH granulated garlic & onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon EACH smoked paprika, chili powder, thyme, & oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt*, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne*
  • Add the tots and toss until evenly coated in the oil mixture.
    1 32-ounce bag plain frozen tater tots
  • Place the tots on the preheated pan. (For crispier tots, use two baking sheets.)
  • Bake according to the package instructions. I usually add about 5-10 minutes because I like them extra crispy. Check the tots as they cook and toss a couple of times. Rotate the pan 1-2 times if using two baking sheets.

Notes

  • Olive Oil: Substitute for a neutral oil, like avocado or vegetable oil. 
  • Salt: Omit if the tots have salt added already. You can always salt them when they come out of the oven if needed. 
  • Preheat the pan. Placing the frozen tots on a hot pan helps the exterior to begin crisping faster. 
  • Add oil. The additional oil adds flavor, prevents them from drying out, and aids in crisping. It also prevents the spices from burning. 
  • Do not overcrowd the sheet pan. Depending on the size of your baking sheet you may want to use two. The more air that can circulate between them, the crisper they will get. 
  • Bake until crispy. Continue baking the tots until they are crispy. I find the instructions on the package are not long enough. Using two baking sheets can speed up the crisping process.

Nutrition

Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 529mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.3g