Crispy Golden Tater Tots (Printer-Friendly Version)

Golden baked tater tots offering crisp texture and tender bite using simple ingredients and easy steps.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Potatoes

01 - 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

→ Dry Ingredients

02 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Additions

06 - 1/3 cup finely grated cheddar cheese
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

→ Oils

08 - 2 tablespoons light flavored oil (avocado or vegetable), divided

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and drizzle 1 tablespoon of oil to prevent sticking.
02 - Place peeled and cut potato chunks in a large bowl of cold water and swirl gently for 15 seconds. Let soak for 1 minute, then drain.
03 - Pulse potato chunks in a food processor until finely chopped but not pureed. Remove any large pieces and chop by hand if necessary.
04 - Transfer chopped potatoes to a clean kitchen towel, wrap, and squeeze firmly to extract as much water as possible. Discard liquid.
05 - Microwave potatoes for 1 minute, stir, then microwave another 30 seconds. Allow to cool.
06 - Add salt, onion powder, cornstarch, black pepper, cheddar cheese, and parsley if using. Fold gently with a spatula until mixture is sticky but well combined.
07 - Wet fingers with cold water to prevent sticking. Shape mixture into cylinders approximately 0.75 inches wide and 1 inch long. Arrange on prepared baking sheet, leaving space between.
08 - Drizzle remaining oil over tots. Bake for 12 minutes until bottoms are golden. Flip carefully and bake an additional 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crisp on all sides.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Squeezing out excess moisture from the potatoes is essential for achieving a crispy texture.
02 - If a food processor is unavailable, grate the potatoes manually using a box grater.
03 - Partially underbake before freezing for better texture retention upon reheating.

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