Tater Tot Nachos Mix (Printer-Friendly Version)

Crispy tots layered with savory beef, cheese, and fresh toppings for a tasty, shareable meal.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Base

01 - 1 bag (about 25 oz) frozen tater tots

→ Protein

02 - 1 pound 93% lean ground beef

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
05 - 2 tablespoons jalapeños, sliced (fresh or pickled)
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

→ Seasonings and Sauces

07 - 1 packet taco seasoning mix (or homemade equivalent)
08 - 120 ml (1/2 cup) water
09 - 200 grams (approximately 7 oz) nacho cheese sauce (canned, jarred, or homemade)
10 - Sour cream, to taste for serving

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange frozen tater tots on a parchment-lined or lightly greased baking sheet. Bake according to package instructions until golden and crispy, approximately 20 minutes, turning occasionally if necessary.
02 - While tater tots bake, heat a sauté pan over medium heat. Add ground beef and diced onion. Cook, stirring and breaking up the meat, until beef is browned and no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
03 - Stir in taco seasoning and water into the cooked beef mixture. Simmer over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until well combined and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
04 - Transfer baked tater tots to a large serving dish. Evenly distribute seasoned beef over the tots. Drizzle warm nacho cheese sauce on top. Garnish with sliced cherry tomatoes, jalapeños, and chopped cilantro if using.
05 - Serve immediately with sour cream on the side or dolloped on top as desired.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - To avoid sogginess when preparing in advance, cook meat and tater tots separately and store refrigerated. Add extra 120 ml (1/2 cup) water to the seasoned beef to maintain moisture during storage.
02 - Tater tots may be cooked in an air fryer in batches if oven space is limited.
03 - Alternative proteins such as ground turkey, chicken, pork, Italian sausage, or chorizo can be used interchangeably.
04 - Additional toppings like black beans, salsa, pico de gallo, lettuce, or guacamole complement this dish well.

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